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Theresa Stirling kneeling down, working on a large, textured mural on a wall with a hot glue gun.
Interior of a room with a stone wall, wooden floor, a wooden door, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
Theresa Stirling with paintbrush and scraper tucked into her back pocket, painting on a large textured wall.
Theresa Stirling with long, wavy hair painting a large, detailed portrait of a gorilla's face on a textured wall. The artist is standing on a wooden ladder.
Theresa Stirling wearing sunglasses, an green jacket, and a patterned dress, standing on a dock near boats with an American flag in the background.
Gallery room with a long table displaying small landscape paintings, a brick wall with larger abstract artworks, and a large black screen on the white wall.
Collection of oil paints, brushes, and a sponge on a wooden surface.
Woman kayaking on a lake with a kayak paddle, wearing sunglasses and a yellow life jacket, with a boat and forested mountains in the background.
Abstract painting of swirling blue, white, and black colors resembling ocean waves or water.
A person in a plaid shirt sanding a wooden board on a work table in a woodworking shop.
Theresa Stirling with long, tousled hair holding sunglasses in front of her eyes, outdoors on a sunny day.
A messy pile of used, paint-covered tubes and bottles of paint on a floor.
Theresa Stirling at a furniture booth displaying wicker and textile home decor items, with one woman smiling at the camera and the other inspecting a piece of furniture.
Swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrella in a backyard garden with trees and shrubs under a clear blue sky.
A woman with long hair, wearing a black jacket, black leather pants, and black high-heeled boots, crouches under a piece of furniture in a furniture store, smiling and looking at the camera.
Theresa Stirling wearing a black AC/DC t-shirt and denim apron stands at an artist's workstation with paint cans, brushes, and tools on a table, in front of a textured, abstract background.
Theresa Stirling taking a selfie outdoors, wearing large sunglasses and a black sleeveless top, with a parking lot and storefronts in the background.
Theresa Stirling sitting on the floor in front of a large landscape painting of mountains and sky. She is wearing a gray sweatshirt, gray pants, and sneakers, with a spray can and extension cord nearby.
Living room with large windows overlooking a lake and outdoor patio with lounge chairs and a hammock
Theresa Stirling smiling outdoors with trees and a blue sky in the background.
Paint tubes arranged on a wooden surface, some are squeezed and stained with various colors.
Theresa Stirling sitting on a wooden chair outdoors, holding a glass of red wine, with a smartphone on the armrest beside her, and enjoying the sunlight.
Living room with large window showing trees outside, modern stone and wood fireplace with a painting of a longhorn steer above it, a blue couch with pillows, a patterned rug, and a ceiling light fixture.
Theresa Stirling wearing a white protective smock, holding a paintbrush, standing in front of a large abstract painting with gold, blue, and brown textured colors.
People relaxing on a dock by the water with a boat and an anchor in the background on a sunny day.
Theresa Stirling painting a large realistic portrait of a bison.
Theresa Stirling wearing sunglasses, a khaki jacket, black shirt, and gray shorts riding a pink bicycle on a city street.
An unfinished painting of a large rainbow trout jumping out of water with mountains in the background, surrounded by art supplies and cans of paint on a cluttered worktable.
Theresa Stirling painting a large landscape mural of a deer with antlers in a field, mountains, and sky.
Woman painting a large portrait of a dog on a canvas, seen from the side, in an art studio.
A large landscape painting of a cloudy sky, rolling hills, and a winding river in a museum or gallery wall.
Theresa Stirling in a strapless blue dress standing next to a black Audi e-tron car in a parking lot with trees in the background.
Living room with large windows showing snowy mountain scenery, wooden ceiling with exposed beams, dark curtains, sofa, chairs, and coffee table with books and candles.
Modern office reception area with abstract artwork, white and wood reception desk, and hanging pendant lights.
Two abstract textured paintings with cloudy, mountain-like patterns hanging on a wall.
A black dog with white spots on its paws sleeping on a bed with white bedding.
Two large landscape paintings of ocean scenes resting on a table outdoors, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background.
Theresa Stirling in a black dress standing in front of a painting of a mountain lion in snowy landscape.
Indoor art studio with paintings of fish on tables, painting supplies, and a person working on a painting.
Partial view of a person wearing a dark gray shirt against a colorful background.
A woman painting a large mural of an eagle on an indoor ceiling. She's wearing blue gloves and using a spray paint or airbrush tool. The mural depicts an eagle's head with sharp beak and piercing eye, along with part of a fish and other elements.
Cover of Build Magazine featuring a modern house with large windows and stone accents, set against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and trees.
Modern kitchen with white countertops, large windows, and a sitting area with pillows by the window. Decor includes hanging glass pendant lights, bunting, and a vase of flowers on the island.
Sun setting over a body of water with mountains in the background, and trees on the left side of the image.
Close-up of Theresa Stirling holding a blowtorch with a blue flame, wearing a blue glove and black clothing.
A long pier extending into a body of water with several boats docked on either side, mountains and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
A woman standing on a dock next to a white yacht, smiling at the camera, with a sunset sky in the background.
Theresa Stirling wearing sunglasses, a black sparkly dress, and jewelry, sitting outdoors on a sunny day.
Wooden chairs and side table on green grass by a body of water with a dock and boats, mountains in the distance, clear blue sky.
Sunset over a body of water with clouds and sun rays, a sailboat floating on the water, rocks and chairs on the shore, and a person holding a drink and a phone in the foreground.
A woman standing at a large table with four sections, each displaying a detailed painting of fish in water. The room has wooden walls and large windows, some art supplies are visible on the table.
City skyline with tall buildings, a Ferris wheel, and a waterfront with boats and a dock, under a clear blue sky.
Living room with beige sectional sofa, cream and neutral pillows, beige walls, abstract black, white, and brown art triptych on wall, gray coffee table with wooden bowl and magazines, cream area rug, and large cream floor lamp.
A lakeside scene during sunset with a metal pool ladder on a wooden dock, reflection of trees in the calm water, and a hot tub partially visible on the left.
Theresa Stirling wearing a plaid shirt, striped apron, and blue gloves is using a blowtorch on a large piece of art or material on a table.
Backyard with swimming pool, green lawn, patio area with outdoor furniture and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and bushes under blue sky.
Theresa Stirling in a purple and black floral dress with sunglasses standing on a wooden bridge by a lake at sunset.
Modern house with large glass windows and wooden accents, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard with rocks, outdoor seating area with red chairs.
A man in a pink shirt and white pants pointing at a large painting of a mountain lion in a snowy landscape hanging on a wall.
Two women sitting outdoors at sunset, smiling with sunglasses, beside a modern fire pit with flames over black rocks.
A woman wearing a gray t-shirt and purple gloves is working on a large abstract artwork using a spray tool. The artwork features a mix of black, white, gray, blue, and beige colors with a fluid, marbled appearance. The setting appears to be an art st
Large abstract landscape painting with cloudy sky, water reflection, and earthy terrain, hanging on a beige wall with a person standing nearby.
Theresa Stirling sitting on Adirondack chairs by a lake, with boats and a forested hill in the background.
A black and white cat sleeping on a fluffy white blanket on a wooden floor.
A dock with colorful kayaks stacked on the right side, a flagpole with an American flag, and a calm body of water in the background with hills beyond, under a clear sky.
Living room with white sofa decorated with yellow pillows and a dark green throw, a large painting of a beach scene on the wall, wooden double doors, a model sailboat, and a staircase with colorful glass handrails.
Abstract landscape painting on three large folding screens, with soft colors and textured brushstrokes, placed indoors with a person sitting on the floor holding a lighter.
A backyard with a swimming pool, patio furniture, potted plants, a white umbrella, and lush greenery under a blue sky.
A lakeside scene with a paddleboard on the shore, calm water, and a dog standing on the gravel beach.
A large abstract landscape painting of a sunset over a body of water with dark land in the foreground, featuring soft pastel sky colors and textured brushstrokes.
Theresa Stirling wearing a black long-sleeve shirt and black leggings is using a wrench to assemble a wooden structure outdoors on a concrete patio, with green grass, trees, and a white fence in the background.
Open-concept living and dining room with stone accent walls, large windows, vaulted wooden ceiling with exposed beams, and modern furniture.
Modern house with metal roof, surrounded by trees, mountains in the background, illuminated windows, and a gravel path in front.
Woman sitting in front of large abstract painting outdoors
Theresa Stirling wearing dark sunglasses and a black jacket, smiling outdoors with a scenic background of a forest, mountains, and a blue sky with clouds.
Abstract triptych painting with blue, brown, and white colors on a black wall in an office or reception area.
A woman holding a white coffee mug with her hand, wearing a sleeveless shirt with a message and a necklace, standing near a window.
A pile of crushed and squeezed used acrylic paint tubes and cans, with dried paint and residue visible, placed on a metal tray.
A boat floating on a body of water with sunlight glinting on the surface, and a range of mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
A vase with orange tulips on a kitchen counter, with various flowers and kitchen appliances in the background.
Abstract textured painting with earthy tones hanging on a white wall, with a small security camera nearby.
A rustic wooden house with large glass windows overlooking the ocean during dusk, with a garden of pink and white flowers in the foreground.
Group of people sitting on a scaffold beneath a large ceiling mural depicting a natural scene with birds and water, some holding beer bottles, smiling and posing for the photo.
Theresa Stirling with long hair in a black jacket and jeans standing next to an abstract, large monochromatic portrait of a face with horns.
Abstract landscape painting with muted pastel colors, textured brushstrokes, and blending of earth tones.
A large house with a red tile roof, stone and stucco exterior, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a water body in the background.
A person with sunglasses and blonde hair crouching among white calla lilies and tall grass in a garden, with a house and trees in the background.
A large, detailed painting of a bison on a wall, with Theresa Stirling standing beside it looking at the artwork.
A stand-up paddleboard resting on a pebble beach near a calm body of water under a bright sun with clouds and mountains in the background.
Outdoor seating area with wooden chairs arranged around a stone fire pit, overlooking a lake with boats and mountains in the background, under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Theresa Stirling wearing large sunglasses and a light brown leather jacket, sitting in a vehicle.
A marina with several boats docked along the pier, calm water reflecting the boats and sky, a clear blue sky with some wispy clouds, and a rocky shoreline in the foreground.
Theresa Stirling wearing sunglasses, a navy dress, and jewelry, sitting outside on a porch by the water, holding a glass of wine or water, with a river, houses, and a clear blue sky in the background.
Encaustic Painting by Theresa Stirling
A man wearing sunglasses sits at an outdoor table beside a lake, with shells and oysters on the table, along with chips, drinks, and bowls of food, suggesting a seafood meal by the water.
People sitting on benches by the waterfront under a covered pavilion on a sunny day
An outdoor deck overlooking a lake during sunset with pink and blue sky, a wicker armchair with cushions, a potted plant, a table with sunglasses, and a large tree on the right.
Bright, modern kitchen with white countertops and cabinets, large windows with outside greenery, a small flower arrangement on the island, and a seating area with pillows by the window.
A person preparing to kayak by the water, with the sun shining brightly over a wooden pier, boats anchored in the distance, and trees across the water, suggesting a peaceful lakeside scene.
Sunlight filters through dense forest of tall trees and lush green ferns.
People walking along a golf course sidewalk with a green field and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
Theresa Stirling sitting on the floor next to a large painting of a bison. She is smiling, wearing a gray t-shirt and brown boots, inside an art studio with shelves and art supplies in the background.
Person relaxing on a beach chair at sunset, overlooking a calm body of water with a sailboat in the distance.
A partially finished charcoal and white paint painting of an owl with large yellow eyes and a detailed face on a textured abstract background.
Stand-up paddleboard with a paddle resting on top, floating in clear water near a rocky shore, with a distant tree-lined shoreline and mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
Sun setting over a sandy beach with reflections on the water and distant mountains under a blue sky with clouds.
Modern hotel lobby with pink velvet circular seating, decorative orchid plants, dark wood flooring, blue paneled walls, and digital art panels.
A black dog with a white chest and white paws sitting on a carpeted floor, wearing a pink collar, looking at the camera.
A painting of a moose with antlers, lying down in a natural landscape, in soft earthy tones.
Theresa Stirling sitting in the driver's seat of a car, holding a cup with a straw, possibly a smoothie or milkshake, and smiling at the camera.
Abstract artwork with black, white, blue, and orange bubble-like patterns and crackle textures.
View from a balcony over a green park with trees in fall colors, a paved pathway, and a mountain in the distance under a clear blue sky.
Dining room with a wooden table surrounded by six light gray upholstered chairs. A small potted tree is on the table. A large textured painting of an owl on a branch hangs on the yellow wall behind the table.
Living room with beige walls, three abstract art pieces above a sectional sofa, and a coffee table with decorative items.
Three women posing together on a balcony near a fire pit at sunset, with a marina and boats in the background.
Theresa Stirling wearing sunglasses taking a selfie with two dogs in the back of a car. One dog is black and white, and the other is a large light-colored dog.
Open cans of melted wax and a pot of white wax with a double boiler on a work surface.
A park with a pond, two swans, and colorful trees, with mountains in the background and a partly cloudy sky.
Three women standing close together indoors, one holding a large bouquet of white roses, all wearing sunglasses and casual clothing, smiling and posing for the photo.
A black and white cat standing on a transparent surface in front of a white wall with a black and white abstract painting.
A hallway with three side-by-side paintings of trees on a brown wall, viewed through a white opening in a wall.
Theresa Stirling adjusting sunglasses outdoors in front of a large bush with colorful leaves, a small rose bush, and a stone wall, under a clear blue sky.
A peaceful outdoor garden scene at dusk with a stone pathway, decorative lanterns, and colorful potted flowers among lush greenery and tall trees.
A person with brown hair tied in a ponytail, wearing a white quilted jacket and blue gloves, crouches in front of a large, textured, abstract painting outdoors. The painting features shades of blue, gray, and white, and is propped up against a wall w
Entrance to a public market with a large sign reading 'Public Market' and a clock showing approximately 1:10. The market has a sign for farmers and is bustling with people. A woman with blonde hair in jeans and a black jacket walks across the cobbles
Bar with various bottles of spirits and a menu on the counter, with a distillation apparatus and glassware behind it.
Theresa Stirling cleaning or restoring a large forest landscape painting that depicts a wooded area with tall trees, moss-covered rocks, and sunlight filtering through the trees, while standing on a ladder.
A person's hand holding a glass of orange-colored cocktail with ice and an orange slice, at a wooden table. In the background, another drink and blurry people in a social setting.
A table set for dining outdoors on a wooden deck overlooking a body of water with trees in the background. The table has a cream-colored tablecloth, two wine glasses, water bottles, a small flower, and two burgundy menus.
Theresa Stirling standing outdoors at an art workspace, painting abstract black, white, and brown artwork on large canvases placed on tables.
Theresa Stirling cleaning a countertop in a kitchen with large windows showing a lake, trees, and a cross outside.
Painted portrait of a bison on a canvas in an art studio, with art supplies and a propane tank nearby.
Theresa holding a painter's brush in front of her face, partially covering her eye, while standing in front of an abstract painting with textured blue, gold, and brown colors.
Close-up view of empty paint cans and brushes with dried, crusted paint around the rims, and some cans containing paint in various shades, set on a worktable.
Theresa Stirling hair wearing sunglasses, looking at camera, by water during sunset.
Abstract expressionist painting with a textured landscape appearance, blending light blue, white, beige, and dark brown colors.
View from a house's open door leading to a wooden deck with a hot tub, overlooking a body of water and a tree-covered hillside with houses.
A dock beside a calm body of water with a paddleboard leaning against the railing, a small dog lying on the wooden deck near food containers, and houses across the water in the background.
Sunset over a lakeside view from a wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including a hammock, dining table, and chairs, with trees and mountains in the background.
Scenic view of a calm body of water at sunset with clouds in the sky and mountains in the distance.
Sunset over a calm lake with boats, a floating dock, concrete steps, and some plants in the foreground.
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