A close-up portrait of a brown pelican, all attitude and bill, set against deep black. Warm light catches the downy crown while that unmistakable beak commands the frame — weathered, watchful, and clearly know his rights.
16”x16” Acrylic on panel
A bright bouquet of zinnias — hot pink, magenta, coral, and lavender — bursts against a deep navy background, their ruffled petals and golden centers rendered in bold, saturated color. Set in a simple ribbed vase, the flowers feel almost lit from within, a vibrant study in contrast between darkness and bloom
16” x 16” Acrylic on panel
Seven palms stand in silhouette as the sky burns through shades of coral and gold. Sea oats sway at their feet, closing out the day with one last, unhurried blaze of color over the dunes.
16”x16” Acrylic on panel
A tidal creek carries the last blaze of sunset toward the viewer, shrimp boats resting quietly at dock as marsh grass and water catch fire in gold and orange light. Inspired by the tidal creeks and working shrimp docks of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
16”x16” Acrylic on panel
Third at Five captures a quiet moment on the third hole of Pinehurst No. 5, where sunlight breaks through a clearing Carolina sky onto the rolling green fairway below. Framed by a pair of towering longleaf pines, the composition draws the eye past twin sand bunkers to a dogwood in full bloom, its white blossoms glowing against the deep green tree line. The layered clouds overhead suggest a storm just passed, leaving the course washed in soft, textured light. Rendered in oil on canvas at 20 x 30 inches, this piece captures both the architectural character of the Sandhills course and the stillness golfers know well between shots.
20 × 30 Oil on canvas
A lone beach chair and umbrella hold their ground as a thunderhead builds offshore. The empty seat and gathering storm turn a quiet stretch of sand into a study of anticipation — beauty and warning in the same sky.
12” x 12” Acrylic on panel framed
A quiet lake glows beneath a sky caught mid-transition, its surface holding the last warm light of the day like poured copper. Dense pine silhouettes frame the view on either side, drawing the eye down a narrow water channel toward a distant mountain and a horizon still smoldering with orange and gold. Above, cooler blue-gray clouds move in, marking the exact moment dusk begins to overtake sunset. The painting balances stillness and drama — the calm of the water against the intensity of the sky — creating a scene that feels both peaceful and quietly powerful, like a held breath before nightfall.
12” x 12” Acrylic on panel
Waves break and unravel across a stretch of jetty rock at Emerald Isle, seen from above as the tide pulls back into a hazy, blue-gray sky. Painted on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, “Tides of Emerald Isle” captures the quiet rhythm of a coastline in motion — foam tracing the line of stone, the water shifting from deep slate to pale aqua as it thins across the sand. The elevated vantage and cool, muted palette give the piece a contemplative, almost aerial calm, evoking the stillness of an overcast morning by the water.
24” x24” Oil on panel
Towering storm clouds stack high above a quiet lowcountry marsh, their deep blues and soft pinks dwarfing the golden-green grasses and still pond below. A cluster of palms stands watch at the marsh's edge, unbothered by the drama building overhead — a study in scale between the vastness of the sky and the calm of the land beneath it.
48” x60” Oil on canvas
A gull surveys its rooftop territory with unbothered confidence, a palm tree standing guard behind it. Rendered in warm, painterly color, this close-up portrait captures the everyday swagger of a coastal local.
12” x 12” Acrylic on panel framed
SUNSET LAKE, Acrylic, 16×16” ©2024 Charlie Roberts
The painting captures a mesmerizing sunset on a lake, where vibrant hues of crimson, gold, and purple blend seamlessly across the sky. The majestic peaks are bathed in the fading light, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere. This artwork evokes a sense of peace and the timeless beauty of nature.
16”x16” Acrylic on panel
A lone palmetto stands watch over a quiet Low Country marsh, its silhouette rising against a sky heavy with drifting clouds. Below, tidal grasses stretch toward a bending creek, its still surface mirroring the sky above. Painted with an eye for the region's particular light and stillness, Tidewater Vigil captures the marsh not as a passing scene, but as a place that holds its own quiet permanence — a single tree keeping watch over water and grass through the changing tide.
16X20 Oil on canvas
APPALACHIAN SUNSET, Acrylic on panel, “16×16” ©2024 Charlie Roberts
The painting captures a mesmerizing sunset over the Appalachian Mountains, where vibrant hues of crimson, gold, and purple blend seamlessly across the sky. The majestic peaks are bathed in the fading light, creating a serene and tranquil atmosphere. This artwork evokes a sense of peace and the timeless beauty of nature.
Bask in the tranquil beauty of this serene Caribbean beach scene, where overhanging palm trees cast dappled shadows across soft, white sands. Their graceful fronds sway gently in the ocean breeze, framing a view of crystalline turquoise waters that shimmer beneath the tropical sun. The sea stretches into the horizon, shifting from luminous aqua to deep sapphire, inviting the viewer into its calm embrace. A sense of stillness and warmth permeates the scene, capturing the quiet magic of a hidden shoreline untouched by time. This painting evokes the peace, color, and gentle rhythm of a perfect day in paradise.
16”x16” Acrylic on panel
The painting captures a serene moment on the water, featuring a beautiful white sailboat gliding gracefully across a calm sea. The sailboat, with its crisp white sails unfurled, stands out against the deep blues of the water and the sky. The artist has skillfully rendered the reflection of the sails on the gentle waves, creating a harmonious interplay of light and color.
Above, the sky is a brilliant expanse of azure, adorned with soft, wispy clouds that suggest an idyllic day for sailing. The tranquil sea mirrors this peaceful atmosphere, with subtle variations of blue and hints of light glistening on the surface, evoking a sense of stillness and calm. This artwork encapsulates the essence of a perfect day at sea, inviting the viewer to imagine the gentle sway of the boat and the soothing sounds of water lapping against the hull. Every brushstroke reflects a love for nature and a celebration of the serene beauty found in the world around us.
16”x16” Acrylic on panel
A distant storm brews on the horizon, casting an ominous yet mesmerizing presence over the vast, open landscape. In the Lowcountry, the marshland reflects the storm's deepening gray and purple hues, with streaks of light breaking through thick clouds. Tall grass bends under the gusts of wind, swaying in rhythm with nature’s power.
16”x16” Acrylic on panel
VISIT THE SHOW
A sun-warmed corner of St. Martin, painted in oil on a 6×8 panel — warm light on water and the kind of afternoon you plan a whole trip around.
6×8 Oil on canvas