# Artwork by Wayne & Darbella

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- [Pastel Morning](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/pastel-morning/): Pastel Morning Acrylic on Canvas | 2026 800.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork A casual pose, the subject bathed in morning light. The subject’s smiling expression lights up the scene. “Pastel Morning“ is a painting and an expression of relaxed confidence. The brushstrokes draw you in; the twinkle in the subject’s eye draws you in. Artist’s Perspective The painting is from the early stages of my favourite photo shoot. The photographs are some of my best work, and I’ve painted several of them. I wanted to add to the collection with an easy-going image. The subject was clearly having fun at […]
- [No Strings Attached](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/no-strings-attached/): No Strings Attached Acrylic on Canvas | 2026 825.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “No Strings Attached” is a painting about freedom, tension, and presence. The figure is shown in a quiet but self-possessed moment, with the black lace garment slipping loosely over the shoulders and arms, while the layered background pulses with reds, greens, blues, and purples. That contrast between the poised figure and the energetic setting gives the piece its charge. This is a work that feels intimate without being fragile. The downward gaze creates a sense of inwardness, while the vivid colour field around the figure pushes the […]
- [Following Alanis](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/following-alanis/): Following Alanis Acrylic on Canvas | 2026 675.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Following Alanis” carries the energy of someone moving through the world with a mix of independence, uncertainty, and quiet confidence. The title nods to Alanis Morissette’s “Hand in My Pocket”, and that reference gives the piece a subtle emotional charge — a sense of being in motion, but not entirely settled, of carrying contradictions without needing to resolve them. Visually, the work feels grounded in observation but shaped by mood. It takes an ordinary figure moment and gives it a psychological edge, turning the scene into something more […]
- [Reluctant Swimmer](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/reluctant-swimmer/): Reluctant Swimmer Acrylic on Canvas | 2026 675.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Reluctant Swimmer” captures a moment charged with tension, hesitation, and personality. The title immediately suggests resistance — a figure not fully at ease, suspended between action and retreat. That emotional push and pull gives the painting its energy. The work has a narrative quality that makes the viewer wonder what happened just before the scene began, and what will happen next. It is a painting about presence, but also about uncertainty — about the vulnerable moment before commitment, when the body and mind are not quite in agreement. […]
- [Jazz Hands](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/jazz-hands/): Jazz Hands Acrylic on Canvas | 2025 800.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Jazz Hands” captures a body in motion, frozen at a moment that feels both playful and charged with energy. The figure’s extended arm and loose, dance-like pose give the composition a sense of spontaneous movement, while the grounded placement on the floor keeps the scene intimate and human. It’s a painting about gesture, rhythm, and the way physical expression can carry emotion without a single word. The setting, with its warm wood floor and green-panelled backdrop, gives the figure a distinct presence in space. The contrast between the […]
- [Between the Observer and the Observed](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/between-the-observer-and-the-observed/): Between the Observer and the Observed Acrylic on Canvas | 2025 825.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Between the Observer and the Observed” explores that charged space where looking becomes a kind of exchange. The figure is not simply being watched; they are also aware, present, and internally alive. That tension gives the painting its quiet force. It’s a work about perception, identity, and the subtle shift that happens when the viewer realizes the subject may be returning the gaze. In the vibrant world of art, where colours dance and emotions collide, “Between the Observer and the Observed” stands as a […]
- [Wayne and Darbella](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/wayne-and-darbella/): Wayne and Darbella Acrylic on Canvas | 2025 NFS About the Artwork “Wayne and Darbella” captures a shared moment of warmth, laughter, and connection. The portrait feels immediate and alive, with vibrant colour and loose, expressive handling that gives the figures a sense of presence rather than stiffness. The green backdrop and animated faces create a mood of joy that makes the work feel both personal and universally relatable. Artist’s Perspective This painting comes from a photograph of Darbella and me, just after we got caught in a rainstorm in Costa Rica. Being Costa Rica, we dried quickly! As I sat […]
- [Butterfly](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/butterfly/): Butterfly Acrylic on Canvas | 2025 825.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Butterfly” is a portrait that captures youth, individuality, and a direct, confident presence. The subject’s vivid green eyes create an immediate focal point, while the softer tones in the clothing and surrounding colour keep the portrait balanced and approachable. The result is a work that feels both personal and visually striking, with the kind of presence that makes a viewer stop and look again. The painting is a captivating portrait, inspired by the daughter of a dear artist friend. It captures not just a likeness but a moment in […]
- [It's Just What You Think](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/its-just-what-you-think/): It’s Just What You Think Acrylic on Canvas | 2025 675.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork ““It’s Just What You Think” is a vivid, direct, and unapologetically human painting. It takes a private moment and turns it into something visually striking: a study of presence, change, and self-awareness. The figure’s pose and the bold handling of colour give the work a tense calm — it feels intimate without being closed off, expressive without losing its sense of observation. The painting has that rare quality: it doesn’t just depict a person, it carries a psychological charge. There’s confidence in the composition, but […]
- [Hangover Blues](https://wayne-darbella.art/featured-paintings/hangover-blues/): Hangover Blues Acrylic on Canvas | 202520 x 10 inches 680.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Hangover Blues” captures a moment of deep introspection—a solitary figure enveloped in rich, layered blues, their posture and gaze inviting the viewer into a private world of contemplation. The interplay of light and shadow across the canvas is intentional, echoing the emotional complexity that often lingers after a long night or a difficult experience. This piece is not only about literal hangovers, but about the universal feeling of being caught between reflection and renewal. Artist’s Perspective As a figurative artist, I’m drawn to the subtle […]
- [Moroccan Pastel](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/moroccan-pastel-new/): Moroccan Pastel Acrylic on Canvas | 2026 680.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork This piece began as a quiet photograph and became something more: a study in light, colour, and the gentle assertion of presence. “Moroccan Pastel” presents a contemplative figure wrapped in flowing robe, caught between warm and cool planes. The composition emphasizes light and shadow—soft purples and cool blues recede while sunlit oranges and pinks advance—creating a moment that feels both intimate and cinematic. “Moroccan Pastel” evokes the warmth, colour, and quiet elegance of a place where light, surface, and atmosphere all seem to linger a little longer. The […]
- [Window Over the Park](https://wayne-darbella.art/featured-paintings/window-over-the-park/): Window Over the Park Acrylic on Canvas | 202514 x 14 inches 675.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Window Over the Park” invites viewers into a moment of quiet observation—a figure gazing out over a sunlit park, framed by the gentle geometry of a window. The scene captures the interplay between interior and exterior worlds, blending the intimacy of private reflection with the expansive calm of nature just beyond the glass. The painting’s layered colour and expressive brushwork evoke a sense of stillness, possibility, and the subtle beauty of everyday life. Artist’s Perspective This piece is rooted in my fascination with […]
- [Featured Paintings](https://wayne-darbella.art/featured-paintings/): Our Featured Paintings — Step into a curated selection of my most celebrated works—paintings that have resonated deeply with viewers and collectors alike. This “featured paintings” collection brings together pieces that have garnered the most attention, thoughtful reviews, and lasting appreciation. Each painting is chosen not only for its technical merit, but for the emotional connection it inspires and the stories it invites you to explore. From intimate figure studies to vibrant scenes of everyday life, these works represent the heart of my practice: a commitment to capturing the extraordinary within the ordinary. Our featured paintings have sparked conversation, evoked memory, […]
- [In the Mirror 5](https://wayne-darbella.art/featured-paintings/in-the-mirror-5/): In the Mirror 5 Acrylic on Canvas | 2025 675.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork Have you ever stood in front of your own reflection and felt both familiar and mysterious? “In the Mirror 5” is that moment—a hush in the air, a flicker of memory, a question you can’t quite put into words. It’s the feeling of standing in the doorway of your own mind while the light changes, when everything is both clear and uncertain. Sometimes, art isn’t about answers—it’s about honouring the quiet, electric pause before the next thought arrives. If this feeling speaks to you, I invite […]
- [Afternoon Light, Culo and Lace - Featured Paintings](https://wayne-darbella.art/featured-paintings/afternoon-light-culo-and-lace-featured/): Afternoon Light, Culo and Lace Acrylic on Canvas | 2020 800.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Afternoon Light, Culo and Lace” is a study in contrast and intimacy. The composition centres on the human form, bathed in the soft, golden light of late afternoon. Lace details catch the sun, casting intricate shadows across skin and fabric, while the figure’s pose balances vulnerability with quiet confidence. This piece invites viewers to linger on the interplay between light, texture, and the subtle narratives of the body. The background, a tapestry of blues and reds, contrasts beautifully with the softness of the figure, making […]
- [Children Play as Bird Watches](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/children-play-as-bird-watches/): Children Play as Bird Watches Acrylic on Canvas | 2026 680.00 USDOriginal Available About the Artwork “Children Play as Bird Watches” captures a tender, observant moment at the shoreline, where two children are absorbed in play at the water’s edge. One is crouched low, reaching toward the rippling surface with complete focus, while the other leans in nearby, attentive and engaged. A solitary bird stands off to the side, quietly watching the scene unfold. What makes the image compelling is its balance of movement and stillness. The children bring curiosity and energy; the bird adds a note of calm, as if […]
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- [Culo](https://wayne-darbella.art/categories/culo/): Celebrating the beauty, strength, and narrative power of the derriere, and inspired by “Culo” Photos By Raphael Mazzucco, this series explores the body’s sculptural qualities and its role in storytelling. Rendered with expressive brushwork and vibrant color, these works invite viewers to see the derriere not just as a physical feature but as a symbol of confidence, vulnerability, and self-awareness. Each piece emphasizes the curves, gesture, and presence of the body, transforming the familiar into a compelling visual statement. Afternoon Light, Culo And Lace (2020)Bathed in gentle afternoon light, the subject’s backside is adorned with delicate lace, creating a striking interplay […]
- [Nature as Metaphor](https://wayne-darbella.art/categories/nature-as-metaphor/): Nature as Metaphor uses landscapes and natural elements as mirrors for our inner lives. Each painting is both a place and a state of mind, inviting contemplation of our relationship with the world around us and the emotions it evokes. Mimi on the Beach (2008)A composite beach scene, this painting uses the interplay of figures and landscape as a metaphor for contemplation and transition. The artist’s hand in the foreground connects creation and experience, inviting viewers to reflect on their own place in nature. Available as painting Waves of Delight (2010)Dynamic brushwork and luminous color capture the energy of the sea, […]
- [Everyday Rituals](https://wayne-darbella.art/categories/everyday-rituals/): The Everyday Rituals series finds poetry in the ordinary. Each painting elevates the small gestures and routines that shape our days—dressing, pausing, sharing a meal, or simply gathering in familiar places. Through attentive observation and expressive brushwork, these works invite viewers to recognize the beauty and meaning woven into daily life, and to reflect on the quiet moments that connect us all. Her Blue Shirt (2017)A quiet moment of morning routine, this painting elevates the act of dressing into a meditation on comfort and self-care. Available as painting Hungry for Something (2016)Set on a sunlit beach, this scene captures the small […]
- [Urban Encounters](https://wayne-darbella.art/categories/urban-encounters/): City life is a tapestry of fleeting connections and anonymous stories. This collection captures the energy, tension, and poetry of urban spaces—cafés, sidewalks, and crowded rooms where lives intersect, often unnoticed. Through expressive brushwork and layered composition, these works reveal the drama and humanity found in everyday encounters. Following Alanis (2026)A woman, a restaurant, a pocket and a smile.A moment in time, captured. Available as painting Compulsion (2009)Dynamic composition and bold colour choices convey the restless movement of people in public spaces. The intimate setting and stylized forms pulse with the rhythm of the city, revealing the tension and connection that […]
- [Categories](https://wayne-darbella.art/categories/): Certain themes resonate with me. I’ve chosen a few to emphasize. Dig in to the samples, then explore each collection of categories. Figure Studies – Intimate Moments Private spaces, fleeting gestures, and the unguarded self—these portraits explore the subtle power of intimacy. Each painting draws the viewer into a world of introspection, where light, posture, and atmosphere reveal the quiet drama of being alone with one’s thoughts. These works invite contemplation of the moments we rarely share, yet all experience. Urban Encounters City life is a tapestry of fleeting connections and anonymous stories. This collection captures the energy, tension, and poetry […]
- [Figure Studies](https://wayne-darbella.art/categories/figure-studies/): Figure Studies – Intimate Moments Private spaces, fleeting gestures, and the unguarded self—these figure studies explore the subtle power of intimacy. Each painting draws the viewer into a world of introspection, where light, posture, and atmosphere reveal the quiet drama of being alone with one’s thoughts. These works invite contemplation of the moments we rarely share, yet all experience. No Strings Attached (2026)“No Strings Attached” is a painting about freedom, tension, and presence. The figure is shown in a quiet but self-possessed moment, with the black lace garment slipping loosely over the shoulders and arms, while the layered background pulses with […]
- [Commissioned Work](https://wayne-darbella.art/commissioned-work/): If you love my painting style, you ought to consider a commissioned work. A commissioned work is more than a likeness—it’s a collaboration between artist and subject, resulting in a work that captures both presence and personality. My approach to portrait commissions is rooted in careful observation and expressive technique, using acrylics to bring out the subtle gestures, natural light, and emotional resonance that make each person unique. Working from your photographs, I create paintings that honor the individuality of my subjects. Whether it’s the quiet connection between loved ones, the warmth of a candid smile, or the contemplative stillness of […]
- [The Print Store](https://wayne-darbella.art/the-print-store/): The Print Store – explore the prints available from Wayne’s and Darbella’s work at The Print Store.
- [Darbella's Print Store](https://wayne-darbella.art/darbellas-print-store/): Darbella’s Print Store features the very best of Darbella’s photographs. Each has been carefully edited to present a true artist’s view of the world. Prints are available for the images below, in a variety of sizes and finishes.
- [About Darbella MacNaughton](https://wayne-darbella.art/about-darbella-macnaughton/): The World of Darbella MacNaughton – Experiencing Life with Camera in Hand After a thirty-year teaching career, I am enjoying retirement.  My life is full of travel experiences and learning about life in other countries.   My camera is always close at hand to capture memories. I seek out the tropical flowers and beaches of Costa Rica and Mexico, the cobbled streets of the many old towns in Europe, and any animals I can get close enough to, to capture digitally. My interest in photography started when I was young, taking black and white photos with my trusted Brownie camera. I […]
- [Darbella's Photography](https://wayne-darbella.art/darbellas-photography/): About Darbella’s Photography – Darbella has been a keen photographer and photo editor for decades. Below is a representative sample of her work. Darbella’s Photography captures the essence of life’s moments through expressive photography. Each shot tells a story, showcasing her unique approach to light and composition. Whether you’re looking for vibrant prints or subtle tones, there’s something for everyone. Darbella’s Photography is all about celebrating the little details that make each moment special. With an eye for the extraordinary, she transforms everyday scenes into captivating images. Her editing skills bring a fresh perspective, enhancing colors and textures without losing the […]
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- [Terms of Service](https://wayne-darbella.art/terms-of-service/): OVERVIEWThis website is operated by Artwork by Wayne and Darbella. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Artwork by Wayne and Darbella. Artwork by Wayne and Darbella offers this website, including all information, tools and services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies and notices stated here. By visiting our site and/ or purchasing something from us, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions (“Terms of Service”, “Terms”), including those additional terms and conditions and policies referenced herein […]
- [Privacy Policy](https://wayne-darbella.art/privacy-policy-2/): This Privacy Policy describes how your personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or make a purchase from wayne-darbella.art (the “Site”). Personal information we collect When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products that you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the Site, and information about how you interact with the Site. We refer to […]
- [Wayne's Print Store](https://wayne-darbella.art/waynes-print-store/): Wayne’s Print Store features prints of some of my favourite paintings and photographs. I’ve chosen some of my most popular images — they can be printed on various surfaces, and in several sizes.
- [Wayne's Photography](https://wayne-darbella.art/waynes-photography/): Welcome to Wayne’s stunning and captivating photographs. Wayne’s Photography showcases his exceptional talent and keen eye for detail, as well as his passion for capturing the beauty of the world through his lens. Wayne’s photographs have received international praise. From humble beginnings in a (really tiny!) studio in the suburbs of Chicago, to a much larger workspace in Kitchener, Ontario, Wayne’s photographs have focussed on advertising work, portraits and figure studies. With his studio days well behind him, Wayne now focusses on capturing the world and people around him, either with a camera or his phone. Images are process via computer […]
- [Paintings by Wayne C. Allen](https://wayne-darbella.art/paintings-by-wayne-c-allen/): Browse through the collection of Paintings by Wayne C. Allen to find your favourite artwork. Explore stunning artwork featuring unique styles and inspirations behind Wayne’s breathtaking artwork. A gallery featuring Paintings by Wayne C. Allen — discover the beauty and detail in each piece, as well as their story and significance. Each piece represents a tiny slice of life, captured in acrylic. See which ones speak to you. Please enable JavaScript to view the artwork.
- [About Wayne C. Allen's Figurative Artwork](https://wayne-darbella.art/about-wayne-c-allen-figurative-artwork/): Figurative Artwork – a summary and the long version (TL;DR) Figurative Artwork Summary Art, for me, is rooted in the tangible world—an ongoing exploration of the human figure, everyday encounters, and the subtle narratives woven into ordinary moments. My journey began in the 1960s, but it was during my formative years at Elmhurst University that I first understood the complexity and richness of seeing. What started as a search for accuracy in hyperrealism gradually evolved into a more expressive, figurative approach—one that values emotional resonance over strict representation.Working exclusively in acrylic, I build each painting from my own photographs or from […]
- [Artwork by Wayne and Darbella](https://wayne-darbella.art/): We’ve been together since 1983, making memories and making art. We’ve travelled the world together, absorbing the colours, culture and history. Darbella’s photographs capture the landscapes, architecture and human interactions of our complicated world.Wayne is fascinated by people… he photographs them both on the street and in the studio. Some images become photographic prints. Others become paintings. Our creative journey culminates in the beautiful artwork by Wayne and Darbella. Wayne Wayne Allen is a contemporary figurative artist whose vibrant acrylic paintings are rooted in his own photographic explorations. Drawing inspiration from the people, places, and fleeting moments he encounters, Wayne transforms […]

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