Paintings by
Beth Cole

“Looks Like Rain” | Oil on Linen | 30 × 40 | © Beth Cole

It has been so dry in our area. I wanted to paint something to remind us the rain will come again and hopefully again, and again. Our hearts will be gladdened. This is an original oil painting.

All Quiet | 12 × 12 | Oil on Linen | © Beth Cole

Quiet mornings are my favorite.

Illuminated | Oil on Paper | 8×8 | © Beth Cole

Trying to simplify a lovely scene to its essence. Painting with oil on fine art oil paper and mounted on a cradled birch panel.

“Tracks” | Oil on Panel | 9 × 12 | © Beth Cole

This piece was painted en plein air near our home on a windy day when the sun was high in the sky. I liked the tracks leading up and over the hill.

"Pearl" | 12 x 16 | Oil on Linen | © Beth Cole

The rough and tumble building was enough cool for me to fall in love, but when the beautiful porcelain looking horse showed up at just the right time, I was smitten. The light was perfect that day and I hope it comes through.

Remnants (study) | 9×12 | Oil on Canvas | © Beth Cole

This painting is about the history of place. Abandoned now, I imagine this place as once full of life. I feel grateful to capture its spirit before it is completely gone. This is a study for a larger painting.

Homestead Pasture | Oil on Linen | 16 × 20 | Plein Air | © Beth Cole

This piece was created en plein air on a beautiful spring morning as I looked northward to the pasture which is part of the family homestead. As I stand in our back yard it is a familiar and beloved view.

“Flooded Farm” | Oil on Panel | 12 × 16 | © Beth Cole

The buildings are vacant but there is still the beauty of water and sky.

“Plenty” | Oil on Linen | 9 × 12 | © Beth Cole

I saw these bales in the field on a backroads walk at the golden hour. I hope you enjoy taking in the scene as much as I did. This is an original oil painting.

Fence Line | 8 × 10 | Oil on Panel | © Beth Cole

I have painted several versions of this cool tree on the fence line which borders the north pasture near our home. When it rains there are ponds everywhere and I love that.

Impressions | 18 x 24 | Oil on Canvas | © Beth Cole

The day was warm and bright. I was out with my paints, staring westward at a row of trees. When I finished, I packed up and turned around to head back to the car. I looked up and saw the most glorious clouds, impressions of beauty in the sky. I should have turned around sooner. I stared for awhile and took some photos and this is my impression of that view.

Early Hours | 20 × 20 | Oil Painting on Linen | © Beth Cole

This painting was originally inspired by Willa Cather’s book, “A Lost Lady.” This started with my imaginings of the marsh behind the Forrester home in the early morning hours. I have continued to develop and refine the painting to its current, finished state.

Available through December 14th at Gallery 1516 in Omaha as part of the juried Nebraska Biennial 2025 Exhibition.

Sunset Swim | Oil on Panel | 11 × 14 | © Beth Cole

Beautiful evening for a swim. I saw these cattle and the water and knew I wanted to capture it and share. Enjoy! This is an original oil painting.

Looking To The Light | Oil on Canvas | 9×12 | © Beth Cole

I was thinking about John 1:5 when I began to imagine this painting and bring it to life. This idea turns my heart and eyes to the light and reminds me of the Good Shepherd who knows our every need, in the light and in the darkness.

Waiting | 12 × 12 | Oil on Linen | © Beth Cole

If we wait, eventually, the light will always come.

Hay Day | 9 × 12 | Oil on Linen | © Beth Cole

This is a common sight in my corner of the world. I am happy to share it with you. This painting was juried into the national American Impressionist Society’s Small Works Show in 2026.

Day Opens | Oil on Paper | 8×8 | © Beth Cole

Nature gives us the most beautiful material from which to be inspired....light, texture, reflections, color. I love to paint for this reason and many more. Painted with oil on fine art oil paper and mounted on a cradled birch panel.