Hi and WELCOME to Susan Rose Paintings! Artist Susan Rose brings the canvas to life with her whimsical paintings. Whether it is flowers or life-size fish, she paints from the heart. "I like bright colors, and I'm especially fond of koi fish. Koi are beautiful, friendly little creatures. I want the viewer to feel as if they are actually looking straight down at a koi pond." Inspired by artists such as Gauguin, Matisse, and Van Gogh, Susan applies thick layers of bright acrylic paint to her canvas. She often adds three-dimensional flourishes and a glaze finish to enhance her work. Living in Texas, Susan also paints Southwest landscape scenes. "I enjoy the topography of the Southwest region and try to capture its natural beauty on canvas."