Glimpses of North Carolina

Art Exhibit by Stacia Patin

Exhibited at Herbert C. Young Community Center, Cary NC from:
December 10th 2025 - February 3rd 2026

Artist Statement
A watercolor painting of a Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina landscape with rocks, green vegetation, and trees, with distant hills and a blue sky.
Watercolor painting of a landscape on the Neuse River in North Carolina under a partly cloudy sky with green trees and bushes on the bank.
A watercolor painting of a lush green landscape with rolling hills, trees, and colorful flowers, under a cloudy sky.
Watercolor painting of the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina with fall foliage, driving along a tree-lined road with orange, red, and yellow foliage, under a blue sky, suggesting an autumn scene.
Watercolor painting of a seascape at the Outer Banks, North Carolina with waves crashing on the shore under a cloudy sky.
Watercolor painting of a Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a mountain landscape with green hills, yellow flowers in the foreground, and a partly cloudy sky.
Watercolor painting at Outer Banks, North Carolina of a beach at sunset, with colorful sky, ocean, and sandy shore.
A watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a peaceful outdoor scene showing a dirt path flanked by trees with autumn-colored leaves and a bright, partly cloudy sky.
Watercolor painting at Outer Banks, North Carolina of a beach scene with sandy shore, green bushes in the foreground, blue water, and a sky with pink, yellow, and blue clouds.
Watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a winding road surrounded by colorful autumn trees.
Watercolor painting at Outer Banks, North Carolina of a beach scene with a cloudy sky, blue ocean waves, and a sandy shoreline.
Watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of rolling green mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
Watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a lush green hillside with trees and shrubbery, extending towards a distant blue horizon under a partly cloudy sky.
A watercolor painting on the Neuse River in North Carolina of a river landscape at sunset, with pink and orange clouds reflected in the water, green trees on both sides of the river, and a sky with blue and yellow hues.
Watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a mountain landscape during sunset with orange, yellow, and pink sky and blue mountains in the foreground.
Watercolor painting on the Neuse River in North Carolina of a lake with glassy rippling waters, distant trees, and a blue sky.
Watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of green rolling hills under a blue sky with some clouds
Watercolor painting at Outer Banks, North Carolina of a sky with clouds, and light green grass in the foreground.
Watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a mountain landscape with trees in the foreground and a sky with pink, purple, and blue hues.
A watercolor painting at Outer Banks, North Carolina of a beach scene with a sandy shore, gentle waves, and a partly cloudy blue sky.
A watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a lush green landscape with rolling hills and a mountain range in the background under a blue sky with clouds.
Watercolor painting of a Waterfall cascading down rocks into a clear pool in a lush forest with green trees and foliage.
A watercolor painting on the Neuse River in North Carolina of calm waters with a tree-lined shoreline on the left under a partly cloudy sky.
Watercolor painting in Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina of a peaceful autumn scene with a winding road lined by colorful fall trees on a clear sky day.
Watercolor painting on the Neuse River in North Carolina of a Waterfront scene with a body of water, distant tree line, and a sky with clouds
Watercolor painting at Outer Banks, North Carolina of a beach with blue sky, clouds, sandy shore, and green grass in the foreground.
Watercolor painting of a Neuse River in North Carolina landscape with a colorful sky, pink and purple clouds, dark trees in the distance, a small winding river, and green grassy areas.
A watercolor painting of a peaceful river scene at sunset with pink and purple clouds, a large tree on the left, and a group of trees across the river. The water reflects the colorful sky.

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Stacia standing in front of her art show, Glimpses of North Carolina showcasing her colorful landscape watercolor paintings, with a poster about Artist, Stacia Patin.

Stacia Patin - Raleigh, NC Watercolor Artist

I’m Stacia Patin, an artist, wife, mother, digital marketer, foodie and explorer based in Raleigh, North Carolina with roots in Northern California. I paint vibrant portraits, pet portraits, florals and landscape paintings that expressively capture the essence of a moment or memory.

I love collaborating with clients and aim to make it easy to commission original art. I’ll guide you the whole way through to create a cherished heirloom that captures your meaningful moments.

Interested in working with me? Simply fill out my commission request form to get started. I’d be honored and humbled to be a part of making your archival moments into one-of-a-kind artworks that celebrate your meaningful memories and unique aesthetic.

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Art Collections

  • original watercolor painting 16x20

    Original Art

    Original watercolor paintings, framing and shipping costs included.

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  • obx paintings collection

    OBX Collection

    This collection of prints, phone cases, tote bags and airpod cases feature my OBX series of watercolor paintings where I painted ‘en plein air’ from a trip to the Outer Banks in July 2024.

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  • Blue ridge parkway painting

    Blue Ridge Parkway Collection

    This collection of original paintings and ornaments feature my paintings of the Blue Ridge Parkway. I visit often and love that region of North Carolina.

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  • floral design collection of paintings, products

    Florals Collection

    See a selection of my favorite floral prints, phone cases, tote bags and more using my original paintings.

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  • state flower custom paintings

    State Flowers Collection

    This collection of framed art prints and die-cut stickers were created using my state flower watercolor paintings. Celebrate the state you call home or one you love!

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  • Paris Collection of Products

    Je T'aime Paris Collection

    This collection of products was designed using hand-painted watercolor paintings from photos taken during a trip to Paris in July 2024. Keep on the look out for more paintings to come from my recent trip.

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  • Northern Lights over Lake Michigan art print

    Northern Lights Collection

    This collection of prints, phone cases, tote bags and AirPods cases feature designs from my hand-painted watercolor paintings inspired by photos of the Northern Lights over Lake Michigan that occurred in May 2024.

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  • Decorative ornament of a kitten's face hanging on a Christmas tree.

    Ornaments

    Check our my collection of ornaments designed with my favorite paintings or work with me to create a one-of-a-kind hand-painted ornament for a more personal touch.

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  • Watercolor painting of a pink and white flower hung on a textured wall.

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    From original art to prints, framed prints, phone cases, tote bags and more! All designs are based on original art by Stacia Patin.

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Work with me on a commission or to host your art event.

Painting of two cats cuddling, one gray and one orange, sleeping together.

Art Commissions

  • I offer pet portraits, these make adorable gifts. Everyone loves their pup or kitten. I strive to capture their personality with my portraits and can customize any aspect of the piece.

  • I offer portraits of loved ones, family portraits, memorial portraits and more. Simply contact me to get started.

  • From expressionist to realistic, I can create a unique piece of art to bring joy to your home that serves as a reminder of a special place or memory. I’ve found the power of having original art in my home to be more profound than I ever realized. It creates beauty, wonder and intrigue. Whatever feeling you’re hoping to bring to your home or special event, I can create a custom piece of original art to bring that essence to your space. I will work hands on with you to ensure we create something truly personal and meaningful to you.

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Designs & Events

  • From design to finished product, I will work with you to create a fully custom wedding design based on your unique aesthetic, wedding colors, floral or design preferences. We can decide on what products you’d like for additional decor, from adorable custom sneakers, to tote bags, stationary and more, I will help you create custom products using your unique design to have a memorable event and givaway’s for your guests that they’ll really love. I worked at Shutterfly for 8 years, so I love personalization and know all the ins & outs.

  • Whether you need help with a logo or you want advice on integrating your brand presence online, i’m here to help with your design needs.

  • I’ll host an art station for your event. I’ll create custom art experiences aligned with your theme for your party or corporate team event.

design commissions
A digital painting of a bride and groom standing together, surrounded by a floral wreath. The bride is wearing a light pink, floral-embroidered wedding gown, and the groom is in a blue suit with a boutonniere, glasses, and a watch.

Wedding Commissions

  • I can create a custom portrait to be used at your wedding event. I simply need a photo of the couple + an image of the wedding outfits and any other details you’d like added. I can do this both digitally or hand-painted. Simply fill out my contact form with info on your request to get started.

  • I can come to your event and paint your portrait right there. I would take a few photos on the day of the wedding to work from for this piece and start the painting right there at your event. I work in Acrylic, Oil or Watercolor. Pricing ranges depending on painting size, and service requested. Simply fill out my contact form with info on your request to get started.

  • From design to finished product, I will work with you to create a fully custom wedding design based on your unique aesthetic, wedding colors, floral or design preferences. I will then create a custom wedding invitation design and help you figure out where to print based on the paper quality you’re looking for. I worked at Shutterfly for 8 years, so I love personalization and know all the ins & outs.

wedding commissions

Give a gift like no other.

  • Commission a floral painting

    Commission a floral painting

    Gift a one-of-a-kind painting. Work with me to commission a unique painting for your loved one.

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  • A woman holding a smiling baby with blue eyes and light skin, close to her face, in a warm and intimate moment.

    Dad and Me Portraits

    Work with me to create a unique gift of a cherished memory to cherish those special moments together.

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  • Watercolor painting of pink roses with green leaves.

    Vibrant Floral Watercolor Painting

    Give a one-of-a-kind original floral painting. This painting was inspired by beautiful vibrant roses from a rose garden in Amsterdam and created using the wet-on-wet watercolor technique to create a painterly ethereal effect.

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  • Watercolor painting of two women, one with light brown hair and blue eyes, and the other with red hair smiling with the head tilted to the side.

    Mom and Me Portraits

    Work with me to create a unique gift of a cherished memory that will last for generations to come.

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  • Watercolor painting of pink roses with green leaves and a blue background.

    Vibrant Pink Rose Bunch Painting

    Gift an original watercolor of these beautiful pink roses. This painting is inspired by roses from a trip to Amsterdam where we happened upon a rose garden and created using the wet-on-wet watercolor technique to create a painterly ethereal effect.

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  • A painting of a smiling woman with glasses and short gray hair against a blue background.

    In Memorium - Commission a portrait

    Work with me to create a portrait honoring your loved one.

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  • Watercolor painting of pink flowers with green leaves.

    Original Floral Watercolor Painting

    Gift an original watercolor floral painting to bring the joy of spring into the home.

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  • Painting of a young girl with short brown hair, a pink dress with bow ties, and a pink flower in her hair, smiling against a purple background.

    Commission a portrait of your little one

    Give a gift they’ll cherish forever. This portrait is painted with acrylic and has a whimsical textured background.

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  • Commission a landscape painting

    Commission a landscape painting

    Work with me to create a one-of-a-kind gift to remember a favorite memory or place. Whether it’s soft and ethereal or intricately detailed it’s about capturing the feeling of that place.

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  • A painted portrait of seven family members standing outside a house with a porch and trees in the background. The family is smiling and closely gathered, with some members embracing each other.

    Family Portraits

    Work with me to create a one-of-a-kind family portrait to last for generations to come.

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  • Abstract watercolor painting with pink, peach, green, blue, and white swirls in a gold frame on a textured wall.

    Florals Collection - Prints & More

    Gift these beautifully designed floral prints, tote bags, phone cases, or airpods cases. These are all created using my favorite original floral watercolor paintings.

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  • Original watercolor painting

    Original Art

    Purchase an original, one-of-a-kind painting by Stacia Patin.

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Testimonials

  • watercolor pet portrait of dog

    “It looked even better in person and was so realistic it scared my dog!”

    - Grace T.

  • Framed watercolor painting of a girl with long brown hair sitting on grass with two dogs on either side, overlooking green mountains with trees and a blue sky, surrounded by potted plants and carved wooden figurines.

    “Beautifully done, just as I had envisioned and my daughter was not only surprised but LOVED it so much.  I will be using Stacia again for future artwork.” - Jenn K.

  • watercolor portrait of man

    “You captured the calm presence of my father perfectly. This will hang in our sisters home in honor of him for years to come.” - Jon B.

  • watercolor pet portrait of cat

    “Oliver’s sweet, soulful eyes were beautifully captured.”

    - Denise E.

  • watercolor pet portrait of dog

    “You perfectly captured the twinkle in Tera’s eye and put a tear in mine.”

    - Arthur S.

  • watercolor pet portrait of cats

    “Those are my babies, thank you! I love it so much, you captured both of them so well!”

    - Shaina S.

  • watercolor painting of fairies for kids room

    “Simply adore these sweet fairies. We hung them over our baby girl’s bed and they perfectly match the magic and whimsy of her room.” - Shara A.

  • watercolor pet portrait of dog

    “I love my painting of my pup, Cayde. It was the sweetest, personalized gift that I’ll cherish forever.”

    - Meera V.

  • watercolor pet portrait of dog

    “We absolutely love it. If Bullet could see, he would love it too!”

    - Elizabeth J.

  • watercolor pet portrait of cat

    “He was definitely the boss - a perfect likeness!”

    - Jessica S.

  • commissioned watercolor painting of door county in fall

    "He loved it and so do I. It's in our sunroom and looks so pretty!"

    - Peggy L.

  • shara wedding design

    “I asked Stacia, to paint a floral watercolor for our wedding invitation. I loved working with her to get the colors and design just right, it is absolutely perfect😍.” - Shara M.

Gallery of Work

  • custom portrait

    Portraits

    I strive to capture the essence of a person's spirit and personality. Whether it's a formal headshot or a candid snapshot, I work with my clients to create a piece of art that they can cherish for years to come.

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  • flower watercolor paintings

    Floral Paintings

    Floral paintings are another one of my specialties. I love to capture the delicate beauty of florals, from bold and vibrant blooms to delicate and understated petals.

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  • landscape painting of blue ridge parkway

    Landscape Paintings

    I create vibrant, expressionist landscape paintings. Whether it's a bustling city skyline or a serene countryside, I strive to capture the beauty and essence of those places with watercolor.

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  • pet portrait custom painting

    Pet Portraits

    This gallery showcases my pet portraits. From playful puppies to regal cats, I can bring your pet to life on canvas.

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  • Custom wedding invitation designs

    Wedding Invitation Designs

    See my custom wedding invitation designs. These designs are fully customizable I can work with you to customize these designs with your details. I am also available to create bespoke invitations just for you that align with your wedding theme.

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  • state flower custom paintings

    State, City & Map Paintings

    This showcases my state flower painting series, and paintings from memories of cities I’ve explored.

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  • custom painting for child's room

    Paintings for Children

    See my whimsical paintings for children’s room decor.

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  • digital art of wedding couple

    Custom Digital Art

    Check out my digital art. Just like my paintings, but created digitally using vector based software. These can be easily resized to print on wood, acrylic, canvas, paper or more.

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  • custom bookbinding

    Bookbinding

    See examples of my bookbinding. Most of the items I’ve created have been hand-sewn blank journals. I’ve also done book rebinding and repairs for treasured heirlooms.

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🎨 Watercolor is one of my greatest passions, and this summer I got to share it in the best way possible — hosting watercolor stations at 3 corporate events in RTP! From designing the Italian Summer-themed postcards to curating the palette and
🎨 Watercolor is one of my greatest passions, and this summer I got to share it in the best way possible — hosting watercolor stations at 3 corporate events in RTP! From designing the Italian Summer-themed postcards to curating the palette and experience for each guest, every moment was a joy. The best part…. watching people’s creativity come alive — some diving right in, others needing a little nudge before falling in love with it — It reminded me exactly why I do this. ✨🖌️
DIY: I designed my own print for my nursery chair! I hand-painted a watercolor of a flower field. I wanted it to be a big print with simple, painterly flowers. As a watercolor artist I love the organic granulation of the wet-on-wet technique so I started there with the design. I made a few tweaks with photoshop, lightening it up and then I used Spoonflower to print the fabric. My mom sewed the covers for me. It turned out beautifully and I love it so much. We use it for nursing or just sitting peacefully before bedtime. #staciassudio #diyproject #watercolorpainting
A few more photos of my paintings around our apartment! We got some acoustic panels a few months back and they really warm the place up. These are some of the first paintings I’ve done that I am truly enjoying having up in my home. The last
A few more photos of my paintings around our apartment! We got some acoustic panels a few months back and they really warm the place up. These are some of the first paintings I’ve done that I am truly enjoying having up in my home. The last picture is a mixture of paintings I’ve done and some my husband and I have collected over the years. I really love having original art in my home it brings so much warmth and interest. #homedecorlovers #originalart #watercolorpaintings #staciasstudio
Oh just a few of my favorite paintings from my recent art exhibition, Glimpses of North Carolina. I got my paintings back and I’ve been hanging some of my favorites around my home. These paintings are available for purchase. They are 5x7 wate
Oh just a few of my favorite paintings from my recent art exhibition, Glimpses of North Carolina. I got my paintings back and I’ve been hanging some of my favorites around my home. These paintings are available for purchase. They are 5x7 watercolor paintings painted with the wet-on-wet technique. I was inspired by photos from a trip to the Outer Banks, NC a few summers ago. I really love having paintings from places I’ve loved exploring hanging up in my home. Every time I walk past them brings the memories back and some much needed calm. Email stacia@staciasstudio.com if interested in purchasing. $100 framed, wired and ready to hang. #homedecorlovers #outerbanksnc #artcollector #staciasstudio watercolorland
Throwback to this beautiful yellow floral watercolor painting I made last year. I’m happy to share that this painting found a new home! 😊🖼️🎨 It’s been one of my favorite floral paintings I’ve made in the last year and so I was so happy that a lovely woman I met at Arts on the Block felt the same. @moodartbylauren I hope you love this piece and thank you for your support! I enjoyed our conversation so much and your art is beautiful as well. POV, painting process of this vibrant yellow floral watercolor painting. I started this with wet on wet and used watercolor paints and watercolor sticks by Daniel Smith. I’ve been exploring using these sticks quite a bit lately and I love how they enable such different marks with watercolor. I love being able to get a sharper, deeper value that looks almost crayon like, but softens as the pigments blend into the paper. 👉Follow me if you want to see more of my paintings & tips popping up in your feed. 👉👉Visit my website to shop my art and learn about my work: www.staciasstudio.com 👉👉👉Contact me if interested in commissioning a custom painting or design. #floralart #watercolorwetonwet #art #artreels #artist #artistoninstagram #artoftheday #artcollector #watercolorpainting #watercolour #watercolorart #paintingprocess #artprocess #paintwithme #artoftheday #gouachepainting #fineart #paintingart #watercolorprocess #artprocess #paintingprocess #artlovers #watercolorlovers #artistsofinstagram #artistsoftiktok #staciasstudio
🎨 Watercolor is one of my greatest passions, and this summer I got to share it in the best way possible — hosting watercolor stations at 3 corporate events in RTP! From designing the Italian Summer-themed postcards to curating the palette and
DIY: I designed my own print for my nursery chair! I hand-painted a watercolor of a flower field. I wanted it to be a big print with simple, painterly flowers. As a watercolor artist I love the organic granulation of the wet-on-wet technique so I sta
A few more photos of my paintings around our apartment! We got some acoustic panels a few months back and they really warm the place up. These are some of the first paintings I’ve done that I am truly enjoying having up in my home. The last Oh just a few of my favorite paintings from my recent art exhibition, Glimpses of North Carolina. I got my paintings back and I’ve been hanging some of my favorites around my home. These paintings are available for purchase. They are 5x7 wate
Throwback to this beautiful yellow floral watercolor painting I made last year. I’m happy to share that this painting found a new home! 😊🖼️🎨 It’s been one of my favorite floral paintings I’ve made in the last year and so I was s