Good morning, seal pup! 

It's hard not to smile at the delightful animals painted by Bevin of Mermaid Meadow. Fresh pastel and neon colors pop agains a subtle white outline. Every piece is hand painted on reclaimed barn board giving each creature their own unique charm.

- Measures 4" x 4"
- Acrylic on reclaimed barn wood
- Hanging hardware mounted on back

Bevin Strider Holmberg of Mermaid Meadow in Falmouth, Maine, wanted to be a marine biologist when she was grew up! She continues to grow, and her dream is evolving toward being an artist activist in the most gentle and sweet way. Hosting fundraisers to support some of her favorite animal organizations, Bevin works to raise awareness and keep these special ocean creatures top of mind.

She obtained a B.F.A. in Studio Art from James Madison University and holds a Master of Education in Art from the University of Minnesota. As a nod to her family's roots, Bevin finished her masters program with summer study at Säterglänten Institute for Slöjd (traditional handicrafts) in Insjön and Stockholm, Sweden.  

While in Minnesota, she lived and participated in the Tilsner Artist Cooperative in St. Paul, worked as a sign painter, and taught drawing lessons to elementary-age students. Locals will recognize her work at the Trader Joe's in Portland and on banners in the Old Port. 

From the Artist:

I moved to the beautiful state of Maine (2010), and as an artist, was inspired by its rustic charm. I started painting on old boards from barns that had fallen under disrepair and lost their use. I love painting on the wood because each piece is unique and adds a layer of texture and history.