Why I Paint with My Painting in My Lap

Why I Paint with My Painting in My Lap

Why I Paint with My Painting in My LapDebra Davis
Published on: 15/09/2026

Why do I keep taking my paintings off the easel and putting them in my lap? It gives me the steadiness and control I need for small details—and has taught me something about painting: sometimes you have to get close, then step back to really see.

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Peaceful Realism

Peaceful Realism

Peaceful RealismDebra Davis
Published on: 02/09/2026

Discover Peaceful Realism, Debra Davis’s slow, layered style of oil painting inspired by everyday places worth remembering. Created near Auburn/Opelika, AL, each painting invites you to slow down, look closer, and discover more.

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Choosing the Right Size Painting for Your Wall

Choosing the Right Size Painting for Your Wall

Choosing the Right Size Painting for Your WallDebra Davis
Published on: 10/08/2026

Not sure what size original oil painting fits your wall? Here's a simple way Auburn and Opelika collectors can get the size right the first time.

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Learning To See

Learning To See

Learning To SeeDebra Davis
Published on: 09/08/2026

Learning To See has been a journey for me and painting has taught me to look at things differently. I see things that many people pass by and find the beauty in them.

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