Marybeth Heikes

Paintings in Watercolor & Mixed Media

Worship

Worship

November 7, 2024

This watercolor depicts a street scene in Centerville, Iowa. I was inspired by the dark, angled roof shapes of the Presbyterian Church and the surrounding businesses. more »

Checkmate

Checkmate

October 17, 2024

This chessboard design has been in my mind for a long time and I wanted to try it on the cradled panel, in a square format. Inspiration came from the shapes of the pieces and the absence of color. more »

Crossroads

Crossroads

October 10, 2024

I spotted this barn in southern Iowa when cruising around looking for interesting landmarks and Midwest structures to paint. It stood at an intersection in the middle of nowhere, very isolated and alone, sitting in the field. more »

Oranges on Court Ave.

Oranges on Court Ave.

September 19, 2024

I am fascinated painting figures with the downtown city buildings of the farmers market. I used my reference photo to capture the moment of shoppers in the early morning market in Des Moines. more »

Early Fall Harvest

Early Fall Harvest

September 12, 2024

This petite old barn collage is a continuation of my Iowa series work, which I really love to do. I favor a square format instead of the typical horizontal landscape composition. more »