Light, Land, and the Stories Between
Nancy Takaichi is a plein air oil painter capturing the fleeting beauty of California’s landscapes. From sunlit lakes to misty meadows, her work celebrates light, place, and the quiet moments that define them.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Morgan Hill, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Tahoma, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Lake Tahoe, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Bridgeport, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted from a plein air study done on site in Yosemite, plein air
• 14x18 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Mariposa, CA
• 8x16 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Monterey, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Niles CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Gilroy, CA
• 8x10 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Bridgeport, CA
• 8x16 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Carmel CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Los Gatos, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Niles, CA
• 12x12 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Lake Tahoe, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Lake Tahoe, CA
• 11x14 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Almaden Valley, CA
• 9x12 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.
Latest Work
Nancy draws her inspiration directly from nature. Her works are filled with a sense of light and atmosphere. Compelling compositions invite the viewer in, and loose brushwork keeps the work interesting.
Nancy’s paintings have been recognized with awards in plein air events and have been juried into many art shows in California. Nancy has a BA in art from DePauw University. She is an Artist Member of California Art Club and a member of Allied Artist West.
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Details
• Original oil painting
• Painted plein air in Gilroy, CA
• 10x8 inches
• Varnished for protection and color depth
• Painted on a 1/8” linen panel
About Plein Air
This piece was painted outdoors on location to capture the natural light, color, and atmosphere of the scene.
Care Instructions
To protect the painting, display it out of direct sunlight and avoid high humidity. Clean gently with a dry, soft cloth if needed.