Blue Shotgun House

30 x 24 inches, acrylic on wood , Handcrafted 3D.

Depicts a vibrant New Orleans shotgun house front bathed in warm evening light. The house is painted a brilliant blue with white trim, featuring tall arched windows and matching blue shutters. A central doorway, also shuttered, anchors the composition, while the triangular gable above adds architectural drama with its circular vent and decorative trim.

The foreground shows a brick walkway and steps, scattered with fallen leaves, leading the viewer into the scene. Lush green bushes soften the structure’s base, giving the home a lived-in, welcoming feel. On either side, neighboring shotgun houses—one painted sage green and the other cream—frame the central house, reinforcing the tight, historic charm of New Orleans neighborhoods.

Behind the homes, a sunset sky of golden yellow and orange with streaks of cloud glows warmly, contrasting with the cool tones of the house. The palette and composition together create a feeling of nostalgia, warmth, and neighborhood pride.