Inspiration, Ideas & Stories in Every Stroke

Inspiration, Ideas & Stories in Every Stroke

Step into the world of Maya’s Artbeat, where creativity comes to life through art, stories, inspiration, and fresh perspectives. Explore our latest posts and discover something new to spark your imagination.

A New Commission Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Circa 1930

A New Commission: Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Circa 1930

Hello friends, One of the greatest joys of being an artist is when a collector invites me to create something...
Autumn watercolor of lakeside tree and boat

Autumn Anchorage

A quiet rowboat rests beside a leaning tree, its bow gently kissing ripples of silver-gray water. Warm washes of honeyed...
Watercolor prickly pear cactus in patterned pot

Happy Day, Prickly Pear

9" x 12" • Watercolor on Paper • Available Say hello to my cheerful little prickly pear! Its pads glow...
Blue gladiolus watercolor botanical illustration

Blue Gladiolus for a Dear Friend

I painted this sky-blue gladiolus as a birthday gift for a dear friend, layered watercolor washes to capture those ruffled...
Her Second Most Prized Possession

Her Second Most Prized Possession

Hello friends, I’m so excited to share my latest commissioned watercolor portrait — and the story behind it. Meet Pawblo....
Rowboat beside tree on autumn lake

Autumn Anchorage

A quiet rowboat rests beside a leaning tree, its bow gently kissing ripples of silver-gray water. Warm washes of honeyed...
New Release Hooked A Piece Close To My Heart

New Release: Hooked: A Piece Close To My Heart

Hi friends, I’m so excited to share my latest watercolor creation with you… “Hooked” is a 9x12 original watercolor on...
Watercolor hummingbird hovering by purple flowers

“Ruby Redthroat in Flight” Watercolor on Paper, 12×16 in.

© Maya Raza 2025 This vibrant watercolor captures a ruby-throated hummingbird mid-hover, its delicate wings a blur as it sips...
Oklahoma skyline with Golden Driller and bison

“Oklahoma Icons” Watercolor on Paper, 12×16 inches

© Maya Raza, 2025 This colorful 12x16 inch watercolor captures a vibrant collage of Oklahoma's most beloved landmarks and symbols....
Purple water lily with reflection and lily pads

Purple Serenity, Water Lily A Painting

Purple Serenity | 18 X 24 in. | Watercolor on Paper This vibrant watercolor captures the delicate grace of a...
Watercolor portrait of red-haired woman glancing back

Brushstrokes, Birthday, and a Whole Lot of Heart

I was so honored (and thrilled) to be invited to my sweet little protege's 17th birthday lunch the night before....
The Second Painting In The Plaza Mayor Series

The Second Painting In The Plaza Mayor Series

I’m excited to share the second painting in my commissioned three-part series inspired by Plaza Mayor in Madrid, Spain, circa...