Description
Late Fall Marigolds gouache painting inspired by a doorway in Stonington, Connecticut, where bright yellow marigolds were still blooming on November 1st. What stopped me wasn’t the architecture alone, but the contrast — late-season flowers holding their color as everything else settled into muted fall tones. This gouache painting process began with a simple pencil sketch and slowly built into layers of quiet autumn light and warmth.
Artwork Details
Medium: Gouache Paint on illustration board
Paper: High-quality fine art paper
Size: 8″ x 10″ (unframed)
Orientation: Vertical
Original artwork: One-of-a-kind
Signed: Lower right corner
Framing: Can be purchased separately; shipped securely flat or framed
Price: $400
Shipping: Packaged securely; ships within 3–5 business days
See the Process
This gouache painting began as a pencil sketch and slowly built into layers of late-fall color. Watch the process below
Style & Mood
This painting captures the quiet resilience of late fall—when most color has faded, but a few things still hold on. The bright yellow marigolds glow against softened seasonal tones, creating a calm, hopeful contrast. Loose pen lines paired with layered gouache give the piece warmth and intimacy, making it a gentle statement rather than a bold one.
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Late Fall Marigolds Gouache Painting Ideal For
Flower and garden art collectors
Those drawn to seasonal transitions and quiet moments
Adding warmth to neutral interiors
A thoughtful gift for nature lovers or gardeners
Read the full blog post and see the complete painting process here →
Living by the sea inspires P.J. to paint the rolling surf, shorebirds, and ever-changing skies along the coast. She paints along Connecticut’s Long Island Sound and Florida’s southeastern shore. 
