Pictures, Images and Stock Photos

"A Texas Longhorn cow skull in harsh sunlight on parched, droughty, over grazed, sandy soil."

A basket of fresh Clementines on white.

"These watercolor cave art ponies painted by me, Sandy Sandy, are isolated on white with five separate clipping paths. Looks great on my Ochre-Sienna-Primative Background. . ."

A bucket of horse feed spills out over a hay bale.

"This traditional hand painted watercolor of a tree with roots, photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy, has minimal post processing and shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in a soft organic way, like nature itself and only true watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, textured cotton rag paper."

Colorful buckets of horse feed on white.

"Delicious downy pinkish-yellow skined peaches in a basket, fresh from a local farm."

This image is part of my "Peace On Earth" collection. Doves mate for life. They symbolize love, peace, spirituality and prosperity. In this traditional watercolor illustration, colorful, hand painted strokes and watercolor effects show off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Primarily painted wet paint - into - wet paper, this image shows off textured cotton fibers and the magical charm of soft color transitions, like only translucent watercolor can.

Strawberries in a tipped farm basket on 255 white.

White grapes in an old weathered basket on white.

"An aerial view of the eye of a violent storm. This image, photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy, has minimal post processing and shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in an soft organic way, like nature itself and only true watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, textured cotton rag paper."

"A hand painted spirit art watercolor, by me, Sandy Sandy, depicting the power and spirit of the horse, reminiscent of primitive art.This image has minimal post processing and shows the granulation of pigments on texture of handmade cotton paper and the charm of soft translucent color transitions."

"A traditional hand painted watercolor of a mature tree with roots by me, Sandy Sandy. This image shows the granulation of pigments, the charm of soft translucent color transitions, the texture of handmade cotton paper and has minimal post processing."

"Photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy, this hummingbird illustration has minimal post processing and shows off the texture of the paper and granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in an soft organic way, like nature itself and only translucent watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, cotton rag paper. I am very comfortable with this wet-into-wet watercolor technique and have been using the same methods and materials for decades."

Fresh strawberries at a local market.

A fresh picked basket of ripe red apples.

A hand painted spirit art watercolor, by me, Sandy Sandy, depicting the North American tribal legend of Long Arrow and Elk Dog, the warrior on the search for spirit knowledge. This image has minimal post processing and shows the texture of handmade cotton paper and the charm of soft translucent color transitions.

"This is a traditional watercolor painting of a red fox, ""The Illusionist"", by Sandy Sandy, aka, Spiritartist, and shows the texture of the paper and the granulation of the watercolor pigments."

"A dramatic view of a major lightning strike. This image, photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy, shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in a soft organic way, like nature itself and only true watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, textured cotton rag paper."

A senior adult shows his pride and patriotism by raising an American flag in front of his class A motor home at a campground somewhere in the USA.

A pair of beautiful rare antique Native American hand beaded moccasins on white.

"Holgate, New Jersey, USA - December 1, 2012: These vulnerable ocean front homes on a barrier island in Holgate, New Jersey, now sit on the very edge of the sea; due to the beach erosion and dune destruction caused by Hurricane Sandy, in late October of 2012."

Snowman illustration hand painted in watercolor and photographed by me, Sandy Sandy. "Even though he lives alone, friends come to visit." See similar images in my "Seasonal and Holiday" Lightbox. “Snowmen fall from Heaven unassembled” ~ Unknown

"A stylized, hand painted tree without foliage by me, Sandy Sandy. This image shows the granulation of translucent pigments and the charm of soft watercolor transitions. It displays a variety of soft, hard and rough edges and the texture of watercolor paper."

"A hand painted watercolor snowman background by me, Sandy Sandy. This image has minimal post processing and shows the texture of handmade cotton paper, granulation of pigments and the charm of soft translucent color transitions."

Well worn custom riding boots with traditional riding cap and whip.

A pint container of blueberries from a local market.

"Photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy, this hummingbird illustration has minimal post processing and shows off the texture of the paper and the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in an soft organic way, like nature itself and only translucent watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, cotton rag paper."

"Here, a smitten Ms. Bluebird is dazzled by Mr. Blue's nuptial gift and amorous overtures. Photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy, this illustration shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in a soft organic way, like nature itself and only true watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, textured rag paper. I am very comfortable with this wet-into-wet watercolor technique and have been using the same methods and materials for years."

"A pencil and watercolor sketch done from life on regular drawing paper in my sketchbook. A mixture of Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna are usually used for the wash, so each drawing is different in tone and color. This spontaneous study of a hummingbird in flight has minimal post processing."

A young cat steps into the litter box.

"A traditional hand painted watercolor of a tree by me, Sandy Sandy. This image shows the granulation of pigments on the texture of watercolor paper."

"A beautiful upper level show horse is ready for competition. This pencil and watercolor sketch shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments that flow and mingle in an organic way, like only true watercolor can. A mixture of Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna are used for the wash, so each drawing is different in tone and color. It was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on regular drawing paper in my sketchbook."

"Prescription medicines are now delivered to your door. This package is complete with invoice, packing peanuts, liquid medication and syringe."

"Beach Haven, New Jersey, USA - December 1, 2012: Retail businesses in Beach Haven, Long Beach Island, New Jersey, gut their shops and put the debris out at the curb as they start the grueling task of recovery and rebuilding after Hurricane Sandy."

"A collection of separate design elements to be arranged by the designer. These colorful hand painted images by me, Sandy Sandy, show the granulation of pigments with the charm of rough, hard and soft edges complimented by soft translucent color transitions. Kokopelli is a hunch backed, flute playing, Native American cultural spirit . He chases away Winter with song and dance and ushers in Spring and fertility."

"This traditional watercolor of an Autumn tree with it's root system emphasized was painted by me, Sandy Sandy in 2009. This image lends itself to many symbolic concepts. Notice the variety of soft, hard and rough edges. True tansluscent watercolor shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in an organic way on handmade textured cotton fiber paper."

"After an accident, often this progression of walking devices are utilized."

"This bear is painted in traditional watercolor and photographed by me, Sandy Sandy. The image has minimal post processing and shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments with interesting color transitions that flow and mingle in an organic way, like only true watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, smooth rag paper. I am very comfortable with this wet-into-wet watercolor technique and have been using the same methods and materials for many years."

"A spirit art painting done by me, in traditional watercolor, of a symbolic rainbow colored feather. This was done from a sketch of one I found in the mountains of Colorado."

Apples and carrots are some of my horses' favorite treats.

An ancient set of stone implements from the early Paleolithic Period.

This is a dolphin spirit painting executed in watercolor by me, Spiritartist. The symbolism of dolphin teaches us about relaxation, cooperation and joy.

"Watercolor horse spirit painting by me, Sandy Sandy, showing the charm of soft translucent color transitions. Here a mare and foal race by the light of the moon. A metaphor of power and freedom, the horse symbolizes heightened energy and vitality."

"Hay, grain and an occasional treat helps keep horses happy and healthy."

A table with a variety of pink and green American Depression glass at an estate sale.

Two bags of dried corn with cobs and kernels.

A thirty year old horse with Cushings Disease looks pretty good for his age.

A close-up view of a decorative primitive ceremonial spear.

"A traditional hand painted watercolor of a tree by me, Sandy Sandy. This image shows the granulation of pigments and a variety of edges on the texture of watercolor paper."

"A bucket of grain, chopped hay, an apple and various horse treats on white."

A smiling sock monkey with hands covering its eyes representing "See No Evil" from the famous proverb, "See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil" .These homemade animals were very popular in the US and Canada in the 1950's. Sewing instructions were provided by the company that made the socks. There has been a few revivals, but the early socks had the distinctive pointed heel, giving the frown or smile to the monkey's face.

"This traditional watercolor of a blooming tree with it's root system emphasized, was created by me, Sandy Sandy, in 2009. This image lends itself to many symbolic concepts. Notice the variety of soft, hard and rough edges. Here translucent watercolor shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in an organic way, like only TRUE watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and quality tube watercolors on handmade textured cotton rag paper from France. I am very comfortable with this wet-into-wet watercolor technique and have been using the same methods and art materials for over three decades."

Strawberries spill out of a rustic basket.

This "Spirit Bear" painting was photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy. This was inspired by the mystical white black Bears that live up in British Columbia, Canada. It has minimal post processing and shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in a soft organic way, like nature itself and only true watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and transparent watercolors which sit on the surface of this synthetic plastic yupo paper. The results of this technique are very interesting and unique.

This arrangement of dried yellow corn cobs with kernels spilling from the sack reminds me of a cornucopia.

"This hummingbird in a Santa hat on a snow covered pine bough is painted in traditional watercolor and photographed by me, Sandy Sandy. It shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments with interesting color transitions that flow and mingle in an organic way, like only true watercolor paint can. This image was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, textured rag paper."

A pencil and watercolor wash sketch done from life of a hawk feather I found in the mountains of Colorado. This drawing was posted on my 2008 Sketching Everyday Blog and is executed in my popular "6 Steps to Sensational Sketches" method.

"A close-up view of the destructive vortex of a violent tornado. This interpretation stems from many first hand encounters with tornados while growing up in Kansas, USA. Photographed and created by me, Sandy Sandy, it shows off the granular imperfections of natural pigments. Interesting color transitions flow and mingle in a soft organic way here, like nature itself and only true watercolor paint can. It was painted with real water, synthetic brushes and tube watercolors on handmade, textured rag paper."

"Watercolor Bald Eagle illustration by Sandy Sandy, showing the texture of handmade cotton paper and the charm of soft translucent color transitions. A metaphor of power, eagles symbolize the warrior, well prepared to seize and make use of opportunity."