Acrylic on canvas.

30x30x2"

I have an Instagram "friend", Megan (thehummingbirdphotographer.com) - and she takes astonishing photos- and said I could use them in my paintings. In Native American culture, hummingbirds are seen as healers and bringers of love, good luck and joy. In Central America, they are a sign of love and will bring love to the person who spots them. Hummingbirds alone have the ability to fly moving their wings in the pattern of an infinity symbol (the figure 8). Hummingbirds also symbolize great courage, determination, flexibility and adaptability. Which we all need now. Hibiscus are a sign of positive feminine energy, and this varietal, “Fiesta” is the one I own. Rainbow trout, resident of Quebec lakes and streams, is also a symbol of hope, love, and community. This painting was painted specifically during the pandemic lockdown.

Acrylic on canvas.

48x24"

From photos I took in Costa Rica. The egret as a symbol refers to self-reliance, determination, balance, spirituality and your innate wisdom. An egret is sharp, direct and to the point. An egret represents following your own path.

Acrylic on canvas.

36x18x2"

From photos I took in Costa Rica. The egret as a symbol refers to self-reliance, determination, balance, spirituality and your innate wisdom. An egret is sharp, direct and to the point. An egret represents following your own path.

Mixed media on birch.

24x24x2"

Acrylic on birch.

24x18x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

40x30x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

34x24x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

30x24x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

30x40x2"

Mixed media on canvas.

24x12x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

48x36x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

40x30x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

36x18x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

36x24x2"

Acrylic on canvas.

36x24x2"

Acrylic

44x22x2"

“Birds have always had the ability to bring me out of a dark space and provide relief in bad times.” - Jason Ward

Acrylic on two 28” x 22” canvases from the Reverie series, this diptych depicts some of my favourite birds, with their superb plumage. Related to blackbirds, new world orioles bright colors of orange and yellow can represent surprise and excitement, and their rich songs can symbolize happiness, stability, and harmony. The Baltimore Oriole celebrates the storied history of Baltimore, Marylland, USA. It can also symbolize resourcefulness, the creation of sacred space, and nurturing. Reference photos were a combination of my own and some helpful Instagram photographers: @driftless_nature, @yinger.birding,@rayyeager.rtyphotography, @andy_raupp, @sharonmri, as well as Michel Lanthier (Ottawa region professional photographer). The Baltimore Oriole is protected by federal law covering all migratory bird species, (the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918) and, since 1975, by the State's Nongame and Endangered Species Conservation Act (Chapter 27, Acts of 1975) .

Acrylic and mixed media on canvas.

36x18x2"

Based on an original work by photographer Steve Forth (with permission); this stoic juvenile owl (Bubo virginianus) surveys his domain looking for his next meal. I love the contrasting yellow-orange eyes against the neutral buffs, browns, greys and blacks of the owl’s feathering. The glimpse of one powerful talon lets us know what this raptor is capable of. The swirling leaves remind me of stained glass with tree branches breaking up swatches of the sky.

Owl symbolism and meanings include wisdom, intuition, supernatural power, independent thinking, and observant listening. Owls became symbolic of intelligence because it was thought that they presaged events. Owls are great thinkers, planning the hunt with care. They are considered guardians of sacred knowledge such as weather patterns. They are important in Native Canadian lore.

Acrylic on birch.

24x24x2"

Substrate is birch cradle board; this owl is inspired by a photo of a Short~eared owl in flight (Asio Flammeus) by the photographer with an Instagram handle of blackcat_blackbird (Rocky, with permission). I imagine he’s hunting for something as he flies over the grassy meadow. I wanted to capture the loose mysterious feel of flight in fading light, so I kept the brush strokes loose and the sky atmospheric with lots of glazing

Acrylic on canvas.

40x30x2"

Rachel is a beautiful young woman peacefully napping with a poodle in a quiet sun-splattered forest. Thickly applied paint and strong contrast of light and shadow give this work depth and richness.

Acrylic and gold leaf on canvas.

22x18x2"

Framed in Beech wood. Here’s a new painting in the hummingbird series. I love hummingbirds of all kinds, and always keep my eyes open anywhere I go in case I am lucky enough to spend time observing one. They are delicate but incredibly resilient and strong, flying tremendous distances every day. In Native North American culture, hummingbirds are seen as healers and bringers of love, good luck and joy. In Central America, they are a sign of love and will bring love to the person who spots them. Hummingbirds alone have the ability to fly moving their wings in the pattern of an infinity symbol (the figure 8). Hummingbirds also symbolize great courage, determination, flexibility and adaptability.
© all artwork Lisa Kimberly Glickman - all rights reserved

Acrylic on canvas.

22x28x2"

"Nature always wears the colours of the spirit." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

28” x 22” acrylic on gallery mount canvas, edges painted black, from the Reverie series. Beautiful Monarda (bee balm) and Ruby Throated Hummingbirds in flight, demonstrating their acrobatic abilities. Photo references from photographers Anais Trepanier, Larry Lafleur, Claudine Ascher. In Native North American culture, hummingbirds are seen as healers and bringers of love, good luck and joy. In Central America, they are a sign of love and will bring love to the person who spots them. Hummingbirds alone have the ability to fly moving their wings in the pattern of an infinity symbol (the figure 8). Hummingbirds also symbolize great courage, determination, flexibility and adaptability.

Acrylic on canvas (set of 2).

26x26"

Diptych, each piece 24” high x 12” wide; from the Reverie series. Framed in beech wood makes it larger than the canvas size. This fantasy of butterflies and moths contains North American insects, fungi, and flowers. Acrylic. Pleasure's a Moth, that sleeps by day and dances by false glare at night; But Joy's a Butterfly, that loves to spread its wings in Nature's light.

W. H. Davies
Many cultures view the butterfly as representing endurance, change, hope, and life.
LK Glickman all rights reserved.

Acrylic, copper leaf on canvas.

24x12"

12”x 24” on stretched canvas with acrylic paint and copper leaf, framed in a beech wood deep frame, these little birds bring joy.
I have these Columbines in my garden and every spring I wait with baited breath to see which colours I will have. I love hummingbirds of all kinds, and always keep my eyes open anywhere I go in case I am lucky enough to spend time observing one. They are delicate but incredibly resilient and strong, flying tremendous distances every day. In Native North American culture, hummingbirds are seen as healers and bringers of love, good luck and joy. In Central America, they are a sign of love and will bring love to the person who spots them. Hummingbirds alone have the ability to fly moving their wings in the pattern of an infinity symbol (the figure 8). Hummingbirds also symbolize great courage, determination, flexibility and adaptability.
© all artwork Lisa Kimberly Glickman - all rights reserved

Acrylic on canvas.

24x20"

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." - Lao Tzu
Fanciful 20” x 24” Acrylic painting from the Reverie series, with Canada Warblers, cabbage white butterflies and lemons.
Yellow birds are known to symbolize joy, positivity, enthusiasm and liveliness. They are also a sign of good luck and fortune to come, freedom and power. The yellow bird is one of the most positive and uplifting animals to see in a dream.
The lemon tree symbolizes abundance, protection, longevity, fertility, cleansing, healing, and optimism. Lemon trees have a very positive meaning. Many cultures view it as a powerful, protecting plant. In Christianity it is tied to fidelity.

A Cabbage white butterfly flying near you is considered a sign of hope, and it is said to bring good luck. In some cultures, it is believed that white butterflies appearing symbolizes the soul of a deceased loved one visiting.
© all artwork Lisa Kimberly Glickman - all rights reserved

Acrylic and collage on canvas.

28x22x2"

“If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” - Vincent Van Gogh

22” x 28” acrylic and collage on canvas, from the Reverie series. Thank you to Michel Lanthier and Hubert Gendron and @ahjet2021 on Instagram for the use of their photos as reference.

Goldfinches are symbolic of joy, enthusiasm, positivity, and persistence. Goldfinches represent the riches of nature itself, generosity, and the wisdom of recognizing that the best things in life are often free. The goldfinch’s bright plumage can also represent good luck, joy, and the rewards that kindness and hard work bring. In Native American traditions, they are often regarded as Omens of good things to come and are connected with light and sanctity. Additionally, the bright yellow feathers of the American Goldfinch are associated with the might and spiritual power of the sun.

Echinacea is a North American coneflower. It is used in herbal medicine, largely for its antibiotic and wound-healing properties. Due to their long history of medicinal uses in North America and Europe, Echinacea flowers are often associated with health and healing. They may also symbolize strength and well-being.

Eastern Swallowtail Butterflies are believed to be optimistic. If you see one, you are supposed to see the good things about life. If you have been living a sad and negative life, the swallowtail butterfly will show up to change the narrative with positive energy.

In one Iroquois legend, goldfinches were originally a drab black or grey color. Dissatisfied with their plumage, these finches only earned their gold coloration through an act of selfless kindness. As the story goes, a fox took a nap beneath a pine tree. As he did this, the sap dropped into his eyes and sealed them shut. He begged for help and the drab grey finches agreed to help him. They worked in shifts pecking at the sap until the fox could open his eyes again. The fox offered them a reward of their choice for their help. When they asked him for brighter colors, the fox pressed yellow flowers into paint and painted the finches with his tail as a brush. The finches were so pleased with their new plumage that they began to flutter, dance, and sing. This is the reason that finches still flutter while they fly and sing such cheerful songs!

Acrylic on canvas.

22x22x2"

This beautiful snowy egret caught my eye wading through a mangrove. The cheerful warbler was perched on a branch sticking out of the water. This image is fanciful and not to scale.

The egret as a symbol refers to self-reliance, determination, balance, spirituality and your innate wisdom. An egret is sharp, direct and to the point. An egret represents following your own path.