Elizabeth G Fagan is an artist, photographer, and writer. A former Chicagoan, Fagan resides in southeastern Wisconsin. She calls her place in the world Lake Michigan’s Left Coast. Fagan describes her art as “Eclectic 21st-Century.” […]
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June Still Life
“Natural beauty is in our backyards…and beyond,” says artist Elizabeth G Fagan. “We just need to look for it.” A former Chicagoan, Fagan resides in southeastern Wisconsin. She calls her place in the world Lake […]
Hometown Heroes of the Back Yard
In 2015–16, Elizabeth G Fagan wrote the monthly column “Green Talk” for the Ozaukee County News Graphic on behalf of Mequon Nature Preserve. Fagan’s experience as a professional writer spans more than 30 years. She […]
Greenery
“Different seasons bring different moods to the Great Lakes region,” says artist Elizabeth G Fagan. In early Summer, nothing beats the sight of Greenery. Fagan often uses Pantone colors in her work. “Using defined hues […]
Good News for Swearing, Messy, Night Owls
Were you annoyed as a kid when your parents told you to clean your room, sent you to bed early, and scolded you for cursing? There might be a reason for your behavior. Intelligent people […]
Stars & Stripes
“Many homeowners like to decorate for upcoming holidays,” says artist Elizabeth G Fagan. “Hanging a group of same-size prints is a good approach. This piece works for a couple different holiday displays.” How to Hang […]
Verdigris Green
About the Art In collaboration with London’s Natural History Museum, British paint retailer Farrow & Ball created 16 colors based on nature’s own tones. Artist Elizabeth G Fagan often uses Farrow & Ball colors in […]
Greta
“Living in America’s Dairy State, I have more Holstein Friesians for neighbors than people” says artist Elizabeth G Fagan. Fagan is a life-long animal lover who aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on […]
Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Red-Bellied Woodpecker, 5″x7″ Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. A former Chicagoan, Fagan resides in southeastern Wisconsin. She calls her place in […]
Horatio
Horatio, 12″x12″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Backyard & Beyond Rustic Farmhouse Contact […]
Leonardo
Leonardo, 12″x12″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Backyard & Beyond Rustic Farmhouse Contact […]
Ultra Marine Blue
About the Art In collaboration with London’s Natural History Museum, British paint retailer Farrow & Ball created 16 colors based on nature’s own tones. Artist Elizabeth G Fagan often uses Farrow & Ball colors in […]
Cubs Territory–or How to Become a Cubs Fan
Until Wrigley Field became my neighbor, I abhorred professional sports. From London, England, by way of Grinnell, Iowa, by way of Connecticut’s Long Island shoreline, at age 21, I became an undergrad majoring in English […]
Baltimore Oriole
Baltimore Oriole, 5″x7″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Backyard & Beyond Rustic Farmhouse […]
Red-Headed Woodpecker
Red-Headed Woodpecker, 8″x8″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Backyard & Beyond Rustic Farmhouse […]
Blue Jay
Blue Jay, 5″x7″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Backyard & Beyond Rustic Farmhouse […]
Horseshoe Crabs on Memorial Day
As a child summer-vacationing at an Atlantic beach, I discovered horseshoe crabs. They washed up on Maryland’s barrier spit and created spectacles for screeching toddlers. Their bodies were sleek, green, foreign, with tails like whips. […]
Head Up, Shoulders Back
It’s circa 2000s, I am circa 40s, and I’m learning how to walk again. My physical therapist has a keen eye for a hanging head, slouching shoulders, weak abs, a protruding butt. “Hey, that’s how […]
City Wolf
City Wolf, 5″x7″ Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. Contact Elizabeth G Fagan Fellow Creatures Black & White A Great Lake About […]
Survivor
Survivor, 12″x18″ About the Art “Beauty in nature is found in our backyards and beyond,” says artist Elizabeth G Fagan. “We just need to relish it.” More to Explore Backyard & Beyond Rustic Farmhouse Boho […]
Gorgeous Greens & Other Wisconsin Edibles
In 2015–16, Elizabeth G Fagan wrote the monthly column “Green Talk” for the Ozaukee County News Graphic on behalf of Mequon Nature Preserve. Fagan’s experience as a professional writer spans more than 30 years. She […]
Rose Quartz & Serenity
About the Art “Different seasons bring different moods to the Great Lakes region,” says artist Elizabeth G Fagan. “Pantone Rose Quartz and Serenity are soft hues that remind me Summer is here!” Fagan often uses […]
American Crow
American Crow, 5″x7″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Rustic Farmhouse Wisconsin, USA Contact […]
Aqua Sky
About the Art “Different seasons bring different moods to the Great Lakes region,” says artist Elizabeth G Fagan. In Spring, she likes to portray the warming water of Lake Michigan with colors such as Pantone […]
Lake Michigan Rocks III
Lake Michigan Rocks III, 8″x12″ About the Art Great Lakes beaches can change in appearance daily. By January 2020, Lake Michigan had risen far beyond record high levels. High surf left behind an unending supply […]
Downy Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker, 5″x7″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Rustic Farmhouse Wisconsin, USA Contact […]
Dana
Dana, 12″x12″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. “Dana is part of a group that travels around my neighborhood. […]
Sylvia
Sylvia, 8″x8″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. “At the Ozaukee County Fair in Wisconsin, Sylvia the Sheep was […]
Scotch Blue
About the Art In collaboration with London’s Natural History Museum, British paint retailer Farrow & Ball created 16 colors based on nature’s own tones. Artist Elizabeth G Fagan often uses Farrow & Ball colors in […]
Sandhill Cranes 1
Sandhill Cranes 1, 8″x8″ About the Art Artist and life-long animal lover Elizabeth G Fagan aims to spread compassion for our fellow creatures on planet Earth. More to Explore Fellow Creatures Rustic Farmhouse Wisconsin, USA […]
