TINA KOLM

The Monet Garden at the Overland Park Arboretum is a local treasure.

20x20," oil on canvas

Sky, breeze, and water blend together on this summer afternoon.

20x20," oil on canvas

People are dwarfed by both the landscape and the bridge. Both inspire awe in their scale.

* Second place ribbon winner for 2D art in the 2024 HeART of Lenexa exhibit!

16x12”, acrylic on wood panel, available

The setting sun came through the trees when we hiked along the lower Niagara River.

20x20," oil on canvas

A statue of Spanish intellectual Antonio José de Cavanilles is surrounded by rich and varied greenery in the Royal Botanical Garden in Madrid.

6x8"; oil on paper

Everything felt fresh and bright on this spring morning at the Muriel Kauffman Garden. The spinklers had just been turned off leaving puddles on the stone wall.

12x16” oil on canvas

The Rose Garden at Loose Park is one of Kansas City’s popular landmarks.

16x16" oil

The meadows on the Streamway Trail were brightly lit by the sun as it lowered in the sky on this fall late-afternoon.

18x18” acrylic on canvas

This painting depicts the Church of Santa Maria in the Alhambra complex in Granada, Spain, as seen on a walk through the extensive rose garden.

18x24," acrylic on canvas

As dawn breaks, the sky transforms into a vibrant canvas, illuminating the landscape. This daily spectacle fosters peace and gratitude as the day begins.

12x16” acrylic on canvas, sold

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park in Lenexa is a beautiful place in all seasons.

8x8” acrylic on acid-free paper, available

I saw this over the meadow on my morning walk one January morning.

12x16” acrylic on canvas, available

I never cease to be amazed and delighted by the changes in landscape, lighting, and colors on the trails that I visit and explore often.

20x20” acrylic on canvas, available

This color study captures how I feel when I am in old downtown Lenexa on a sunny summer morning. The historical buildings, interesting local businesses, and people crossing paths make me feel optimistic.

9x12” Oil on canvas board, available

This is a view from one of the bridges on the Gary Heller trail.

8x10” acrylic on wood panel, available

The Gary Heller trail provides benches for moments rest and a place to enjoy the company of a friend. The scale of the 87th street bridge dwarfs the human soul—echoing the grand size of the trees and other landscape features.

11x14” acrylic painting on wood panel, available

I love the splendor of nature that one can find in Lenexa. This tree was in full fall color on the October day when I hiked along Coon Creek near Woodland Road.

12x16," acrylic on panel board

This painting captures the essence of winter's stillness, showcasing a serene landscape where marshes blend seamlessly into gentle hills.

12x12" acrylic on panel, available

This color study presents a unique interpretation of the winter woods, emphasizing the interplay of linear forms and subtle hues. Each brushstroke conveys the stillness and serenity of the woods, inviting contemplation and appreciation for nature's quiet beauty during winter.

7x7” acrylic on acid-free paper, available

The Gary Heller trail offers beauty in all seasons and all times of day.

8x10” acrylic on wood panel, available

This is a favorite Lawrence, Kansas, scene just outside 715 Restaurant.

6.5 x 7.5” watercolor on paper, available

A passerbyer stops to chat at 715 Restaurant in Lawrence, Kansas.

7 x 7.” watercolor on paper, available

Freestate Brewery is a beloved local watering hole and restaurant in Lawrence, Kansas.

6x6" watercolor on paper, available

It was a beautiful August day in Minneapolis. We saw this scene along the trail by Minnehaha Falls.

6x6” watercolor on paper, available

The West Plaza has some of the cutest bungalows in Kansas City.

8 x 5.25” watercolor on paper, available

The West Plaza is a quaint older neighborhood filled with charming dwellings and alleys.

8.5 x 5.5” watercolor on paper, available

The West Plaza is a quaint older neighborhood filled with charming dwellings and old trees.

8.5 x 5.5” watercolor on paper, available

Delicious food, music, and good company made for an unforgettable afternoon in Morrison, CO, leaving us with nice memories of our visit.

6x6," watercolor on paper, NFS

Not so long ago the River Market area in Kansas City was quiet. Now it brims with living spaces, shopping, and restaurants.

7x7” watercolor on acid-free paper, available

A new downtown trolly has been part of what a led to a revival of The River Market district in Kansas City.

7x7” watercolor on paper, available

Bright-colored T-shirts reflected in the lake at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park on this summer day.

7x8” watercolor on acid-free paper, available

I stopped at the Public Market one cold winter morning after a gym workout and saw this scene.

12 x 16,” Oil on canvas, available

Everytime I drive by the closed and darkened Thompson Home I think of it as a silent gem that could become a visitor attraction some day as depicted here.

12 x 16” Oil on canvas, available

Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park in Lenexa is a park right in the middle of the city and a year-round refuge.

“Best of Show,” Lenexa Artists’ Exhibit, 2023

20 x 10” Oil on canvas, NFS