{"title":"Charlotte Tarantola","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-height: 300px; max-width:55%\" src=\"https:\/\/helloart-prod-bucket.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com\/media\/artist\/charlotte-tarantola\/charlotte-tarantola-profile.jpg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharlotte Tarantola is a contemporary oil painter whose work captures an immersive vision of the quintessential California lifestyle — ocean horizons, shimmering pools, sun-washed skies. Drawing inspiration from her own photography and collaborations with professional beach and ocean photographers, she transforms familiar imagery into meditative, hypnotic spaces of restoration and escape.\u003cbr\u003eThrough vibrant light, heightened color, neon accents, palm silhouettes, surfers, and iconic hotels, Tarantola creates scenes that feel both nostalgic and fantastical — where joy is amplified and reality is intentionally colorized to captivate rather than merely replicate.\u003cbr\u003eShe works from a pink and gold 1956 Pleasurecraft trailer studio in Portland, Oregon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eARTIST’S STATEMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy work explores the emotional architecture of light — how color, water, and atmosphere shape our internal sense of place, escape, and joy.\u003cbr\u003eUsing oil paint, I reinterpret imagery drawn from my own photography and collaborations with photographers. I am less interested in documentation than in transformation. The landscapes I paint are intentionally heightened — colors intensified, reflections deepened, light stretched toward neon — in order to amplify the feeling of being there.\u003cbr\u003eWater is central to my practice. Pools, shorelines, and open horizons act as portals: places where time stops and the viewer can momentarily step outside. Swaying palms, umbrellas, swimming pools, and iconic hotels become symbols of leisure, aspiration, and memory — a collective California dream.\u003cbr\u003eWhile rooted in real locations, my paintings focus on fantasy and escapism. They are invitations to pause, and inhabit a restorative state of mind.\u003cbr\u003eFrom my vintage 1956 pink and gold trailer studio in Portland, I construct these luminous spaces and skies as a counterbalance to reality — personal sanctuaries rendered in oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mirror-up-to-nature-mirror-panel","title":"Mirror up to Nature (mirror panel)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMylar and oil on mirror.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x18\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis mirror panel is the partner to the landscape oil painting, Mirror up to Nature. This concept transports the viewer into the work, and creates an opportunity to pause.  The placed typography becomes part of the musing.  The mounting of oil painted Mylar lettering on mirror is an invitation to think about how you would feel in this setting.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eDepending on what is passing by the mirror, or what it is reflecting in it, the mirror will change it's reflection.  Mirroring up to the sky or maybe the sunrise or sunset or the people walking by...\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThese panels can be sold separately or together as a set.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42184830746727,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1770839758_99137.jpg?v=1770988532"},{"product_id":"mirror-up-to-nature","title":"Mirror up to Nature","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x18x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis snowy landscape oil painting, lit in a surreal style,  is inspired by the photographer Ross Buswell.  Buswell granted use for inspiration and translation of his original photo.  The removed and transported typography becomes part of the partner-mirror-piece.  The messaging removed from the oil painting and mounted on the partner mirror piece is an invitation to think about how you would feel in this setting.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eDepending on what is passing by the mirror, or what it is reflecting in it, the mirror will change it's reflection.  Mirroring up to the sky or maybe the sunrise or sunset...\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eThese panels can be sold separately or together as a set.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42184831008871,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1770838969_18120.jpg?v=1770988588"},{"product_id":"ciao","title":"Ciao!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on linen panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12x16\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCiao! Welcoming you to this wonderful place, find your place in the sun.  Holographic Mylar typography placed under the rendered sky reveal the word CIAO, partially covered in clouds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42184895660135,"sku":null,"price":1060.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1770842446_57035.jpg?v=1770988835"},{"product_id":"rimini-rescue","title":"Rimini Rescue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14x11x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving a great day amongst other bathers in Rimini Italy.  Rescue vessel at the ready!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42184909717607,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1770842863_67814.jpg?v=1770988928"},{"product_id":"rainbow-people","title":"Rainbow People","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11x14x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis glorious image was generously released for use by the photographer Simon Beedle.  Nature and naturally occurring events, such as rainbows, inspire me and frankly I can't think of anything more glorious than a neon colored rainbow with a wave and surfers on it in the foreground.  What an image!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42184912863335,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1770856988_22102.jpg?v=1770989027"},{"product_id":"pink-paradise-1","title":"Pink Paradise","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18x24x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePink Paradise is clearly a Heavenly place, and presents beautifully as photographed by Charles Phoenix.  Graciously released for inspirational use this photo captures dramatic shadows and classic Palm Springs cool. This is The Trixie Motel in all of it's pink glory!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42185298378855,"sku":null,"price":2250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1770841316_98332.jpg?v=1770993609"},{"product_id":"modern-rock-pool","title":"Modern Rock Pool","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14x11x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis amazing scene appears to be a backyard poolhouse set in a natural rock swimming pool.  I can't think of a better way to spend a lifetime!  This inspirational photograph was generously provided for use by Click Americana, who have an incredible library of vintage photos.  Forever idyllic and inspirational, the natural quarry swimming pool.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42185298739303,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1770843426_34794.jpg?v=1770993735"},{"product_id":"linda-tortola-swimmer","title":"Linda","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40x30x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by a found photograph in Kelly Klein's book POOLS, and generously released for use by photographer Sally Gall for me to use as reference for this painting, this is a serene scene indeed. The painting started with a charcoal sketch, and developed slowly, layer upon layer of sheer neutral color.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eOil on wood panel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42366943002727,"sku":null,"price":4520.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1776135806_90763.jpg?v=1776172856"},{"product_id":"iceland-swimmers","title":"Iceland Swimmers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14x11x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis idyllic place to frolic is commonplace in Iceland, these are the geothermal areas or hot springs just outside the city.  The water here is fresh and the ocean view, just beyond the bath's edge.  These happy couples capture the fun of these luscious and simple escapes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42864064528487,"sku":null,"price":805.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1776887682_47448.jpg?v=1776887708"},{"product_id":"atmospheric-island","title":"Atmospheric Island","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood panel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12x16x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally a photograph, generously granted by photographer Ross Buswell for me to use as inspiration for this painting, this looks like a precious place.  I love these fantastical colors at the water's edge. \r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eOil on wood panel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42927677964391,"sku":null,"price":1065.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1776883708_26197.jpg?v=1776941596"},{"product_id":"no-diving","title":"No Diving","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40x30x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFloating in pools, especially when it's freezing outside, is incredible.  This is a real scene, and those are my feet.  This reference photo was taken in Jackson Hole where the outdoor pools are heated all year long.  A very happy place!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlotte Tarantola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43794364235879,"sku":null,"price":4520.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1779493381_73926.jpg?v=1779493400"},{"product_id":"no-diving-ii","title":"No Diving II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOil on wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16x12x1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFloating in pools, especially when it's freezing outside, is incredible.  This is a real scene, and those are my feet.  This reference photo was taken in Jackson Hole where the outdoor pools are heated all year long.  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