Meet the Artists Behind Our Fall Collection: Autumn on the Water
Every collection at The Green Room at 831 is only as meaningful as the artists who create it. Our fall collection, Autumn on the Water, brings together a diverse group of creatives from across the country. Painters whose voices, techniques, and stories converge in a celebration of art, nature, and seasonal rhythm.
Here’s your chance to step behind the canvas and meet the artists shaping this season’s gallery.
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Diane Larson
About the Artist:
Diane is a lifelong sailor and fine art oil painter whose life has been guided by both the sea and the brush. From California’s Ventura Keys to the Caribbean and now the Indian River Lagoon in Florida, Diane’s journey blends adventure and artistry. Inspired by masters like Denise Burns, she developed an intuitive style that embraces gestural marks and layered textures. Today, her Cocoa Village studio overlooks the waterways that continue to inspire her coastal scenes.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“Wintering in the Caribbean is a popular destination for cruisers.
That is my inspiration for “Southbound”"
- What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Fall is the time of year we would start getting our sailboat ready to head South. "Autumn on the Water" sparks this memory."
Closing Thought:
Diane’s work distills decades of seafaring into oil on canvas, offering both movement and serenity for this autumn collection.
"Southbound" by Diane Larson - View her collection here!
Elaine Hinchman
About the Artist:
Elaine is a self-taught artist based in Greenville, NC. Since beginning her creative journey in 2019, she has become known for bold, expressive textures that give her work an almost sculptural quality. Using spatulas, mediums, and even her hands, Elaine layers thick strokes of paint that invite viewers to feel as much as they see. Her art is rooted in her deep connection to nature and the beauty of the outdoors.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
"“Feeling The Freedom” was inspired by nature and American symbolism… Breaking away from the ordinary and letting the wind carry you. “Ocean Treasure” was inspired by a quiet walk on the shore, where simple treasures appear at my feet, bringing me more connected to the coast." - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“When the air cools I head to the coast to spark creativity… Watching the sailboats drift with the sand between my toes hoping to find that prize seashell.” - What does the theme “Autumn on the Water” evoke for you?
“It evokes sailboats sailing in the waves and wind, golden sun reflecting on the waves. The calm autumn brings cool air with sea life shimmering over the water.”
Closing Thought:
Through texture and symbolism, Elaine’s pieces embody the freedom, calm, and treasure of coastal life in the autumn season.
"Feeling Freedom" by Elaine Hinchman - View her collection here!
Hannah Moore
About the Artist:
At just 25, Hannah Moore has already found her artistic voice through watercolor. Now based in Savannah, GA, she finds joy in capturing lush landscapes and peaceful moments in nature. Her work radiates the beauty of everyday life, whether it’s a memento from her travels or a scene interrupted by her curious cat.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“My pieces were inspired by the shifting light and calm of coastal marshes in fall. It’s a quieter beauty that watercolors capture so well.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I like to sketch outdoors while the weather is crisp, it’s when I feel most connected to my surroundings.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“A sense of slowing down. The golden hues and still water remind me to pause and reflect.”
Closing Thought:
Hannah’s vibrant yet gentle watercolors invite viewers to see the poetry of autumn landscapes through fresh eyes.
"Fishing Boat" by Hannah Moore - View her collection here!
Heather O’Donovan
About the Artist:
Heather O’Donovan, a California native and longtime designer, brings her years of interior and fashion expertise to the canvas. Her paintings, fluid, abstract, and serene, carry the same effortless feel that defined her design career. Inspired by travels from France to Spain and now settled in Washington, D.C., Heather paints to capture the calm beauty of the coast and rocky shorelines that have always called to her.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“I wanted to create abstract works that feel like a deep breath, like standing by the ocean and letting it wash over you.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I change my palette, richer earth tones in autumn always creep into my work.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Serenity. The season makes me want to create pieces that invite restfulness into a home.”
Closing Thought:
Heather’s work translates her designer’s eye into timeless abstract paintings that breathe tranquility into fall.
"Cascade" by Heather O'Donovan - View her collection here!
Justine Palkowski
About the Artist:
Based in East Aurora, NY, Justine is inspired by water and light. Her acrylic and watercolor works feel like meditations, pared down, softened, and simplified. Influenced by years near the Great Lakes and Charleston’s coast, she brings a contemplative tone to her paintings, as if inviting viewers to pause alongside her.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“The subtle shifts of tone and light that happen in water this time of year.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I like to slow my process. Longer observation, fewer brushstrokes.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Stillness. The waters quiet down, and so do I.”
Closing Thought:
Her works serve as anchors of calm in the collection, balancing minimal form with maximum emotion.
"Calm in Motion" by Justine Palkowski - View her full collection here!
Kaitlin Kidd
About the Artist:
An oil painter from Cypress, TX, Kaitlin brings honesty and warmth to her work. With a background in interior design and studio art, her compositions are intentional yet soft, often guided by the rhythm of the seasons. She paints fleeting, in-between moments, those calm pauses that often go unnoticed but carry the most meaning.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“Seasonal changes in light and memory inspire me most. It’s about capturing the essence of transition.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I lean into slow living, letting myself move with the season, and painting when I feel most aligned with it.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Nostalgia. It feels like looking back on summers past while embracing the shift into something softer.”
Closing Thought:
Kaitlin’s paintings feel like whispered memories, each brushstroke a reminder of the beauty in small, fleeting moments.
"As Time Goes By" by Kaitlin Kidd - View her collection here!
Layane Smith
About the Artist:
Originally from Brazil and now living on Cape Cod, Layane has been painting for over 20 years. Her work is rooted in her deep love of the natural world and her belief in the spiritual connections between creation and everyday beauty. Her pieces radiate joy and encourage her audience to find meaning in simple, coastal landscapes.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“The Cape’s autumn beaches, quiet and reflective, yet alive with color.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I walk the shores with my children, it always fills me with inspiration.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Gratitude. The season feels like a time of reflection and giving thanks.”
Closing Thought:
Layane’s art embodies warmth, gratitude, and spiritual connection, an invitation to see beauty in the everyday.
"Ocean's Embrace" by Layane Smith - View her full collection here!
Michelle Roberts
About the Artist:
Michelle Roberts creates impressionist oils that speak to the quiet observer. Based in Rochester, NY, her work has been featured on HGTV’s Fixer to Fabulous and collected nationwide. She paints with a focus on calm, nostalgia, and authenticity. Her work captures water scenes, sailboats, and landscapes that feel personal and timeless.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“The reflective light on water this time of year, it always feels like a story.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I let my studio practice slow down. Autumn is about savoring.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Peace. It feels like nature itself is taking a deep breath.”
Closing Thought:
Michelle’s art feels like a refuge, soulful, and filled with stories only a painter’s eye can tell.
"Racing The Wind" by Michelle Roberts - View her collection here!
Sandra FitzSimmons
About the Artist:
Sandra’s paintings are layered stories, lush colors, fragments of paper, and natural imagery drawn from her Southern Lowcountry roots. Growing up surrounded by marshes, magnolias, and shorebirds, she paints with a vivid sense of narrative, each piece like a “waking dream.”
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“The coastal tides, oysters, magnolias… the stories I’ve known since childhood.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I follow the rhythms of nature, I let the seasons dictate my palette.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Golden light filtering through palms and marshes, it’s where my stories begin.”
Closing Thought:
Sandra’s art infuses the collection with layered storytelling, connecting past, place, and imagination.
"Slurper Hug" by Sandra FitzSimmons - View her collection here!
Stacy Graham
About the Artist:
A Panama City, Florida native, Stacy has been painting since childhood. Her oils and watercolors capture marine life and coastal beauty, inspired by a lifetime on the Gulf. A ballet dancer and equestrian as well, her art reflects movement and grace in every wave and horizon line.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“The waters of my hometown, always changing, always inspiring.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I take time to walk near the water, the fall air always makes me want to paint more.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Cool breezes over warm water. It feels alive, yet calm.”
Closing Thought:
Stacy’s work adds both energy and softness to the collection, like waves settling into autumn stillness.
"Day of Rest" by Stacy Graham - View her collection here!
Susan Richards
About the Artist:
From the mountains of Asheville to the Gulf Coast of Alabama, Susan has long been inspired by contrasting landscapes. Now based in North Carolina, she creates relatable coastal and landscape art that evokes joy and connection. With every sale, she donates a portion to those in need, embedding generosity into her practice.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“The coastlines where I spent summers as a child, their beauty stays with me always.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I gather inspiration from time spent outdoors with my family.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Togetherness. It makes me think of time spent with loved ones by the water.”
Closing Thought:
Susan’s work reflects not just coastal beauty, but the spirit of community and giving that ties it together.
"Better Days" by Susan Richards - View her collection here!
Tierney Gordon
About the Artist:
Based in Charleston and founder of Art and Parties by TRG, Tierney blends her passions for painting and event design. Inspired by Southern coastal hues, her abstracts bring vibrancy and warmth to interiors. She studied at Ole Miss and draws influence from her grandmother’s art collection, seeking to make original art accessible and joyful.
Q&A:
- What inspired the pieces you created for this fall collection?
“Autumn colors on the coast, the way the light softens and the palette deepens.” - Do you have any rituals or routines that help you create when the seasons change?
“I refresh my studio, reset my space, and allow new palettes to emerge.” - What does the theme ‘Autumn on the Water’ evoke for you?
“Celebration, of both color and season.”
Closing Thought:
Tierney’s work closes the collection with bold energy and joyful connection, balancing the season’s stillness with vibrancy.
"Whitefish" by Tierney Gordon - View her collection here!
Final Thoughts
Our Autumn on the Water collection is not just a body of work, it’s a conversation between artists, places, and seasons. From textured abstracts to tender realism, every piece reflects the artists’ unique voices and stories.