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Welcome to the official website of artist Gary Carpentier, based in Royal Palm Beach. Below you can find my online gallery for portraits and fine art, of which originals and prints are for sale.
I also paint wall murals for conference rooms or bedrooms, as well as custom mailboxes.
If you like the quality of my work and would like to comission me for a new job, just give me a call at
561-281-7764. All ideas are considered.
Upcoming Fall Art Shows
Boca Fest - Jan.14,15, 2012
Hobe Sound Art Show - Feb.4,5, 2012
Stuart Art Extravaganza - Feb. 25,26, 2012
Juno Beach A1A Art Show - March 10,11, 2012
The Florida Oceanographic Society art show at the Stuart Marine Center, 890 North Ocean Blvd., March 30- April 1st
Delray Affair - April 13,14, 2012
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Coming at You
Painted with permission by photographer Ron Levinson. I thought the pelican photo was hilarious and couldn't pass it up.
Das Boat
Bike Portraits
Sgt. Pepper
One Hook Away From Dinner
Mahi-Mahi
Midnight Swim
Painted with permission by photographer Dr. Jeffrey Seminoff, Program Leader, with the Marine Turtle Ecology and Assessment Program
and the Southwest Fisheries Science Center and the NOAA.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a federal agency focused on the condition of the oceans and the atmosphere.
Keeper of the Light
Turtle Crossing
Border Patrol
Butterflies are Free
My Shell Painting
Smoke on the Water
Elton
Part of the Peanut Gallery
A commissioned boat portrait of a 31' Intrepid, in front of Peanut Island, a favorite boating party spot on any Sunday afternoon.
Hammock Time
Ohh-oh-oh-Ohh-oh-oh, can't touch this...Hammock Time
From the over-the-edge series.
Buns of Steer
From the "Over the Edge" series....Another example of why we're called "starving artists."
Pier Pressure
New for 2009.
Just Breathe
I can't think of anything inspiring to say about this one, except that it would look great framed over a brown couch.
Sharper Image
Because critical reviews from my painting "Tern, Right at Light" (which featured a blurred background and a foreground over the matting) were so popular, I decided to continue that pattern with the state bird of Margaritaville.
Sea Foam
This painting is supposed to make you miss those lazy days at the beach.
A Palm Beach Tradition
Sometimes, ya just gotta do what ya gotta do… This is a locally famous, nationally craved, Russo’s sub. This painting is on permanent display at Russo’s Sub Shop in West Palm Beach. I guess you could say this is my first “oil painting” …
Old Key Lime House
My painting of the metal dolphin sign, seen outside of the Old Key Lime House restaurant in Lantana. I’ve just always liked it….
Trunk Group
From photographer Donna Purtel
Going Postal
I'd better stop painting pelicans, or risk being labeled "The Pelican Man!"
Chain Gang
My first "impressionistic" painting attempt. From photographer Brenda Phillips.
As seen at the Palm Beach County Airport exhibition "Art in Public Places, Come out and Play," February 2009 through June 2009.
Tin Woodsman
Acrylic on rounded metal.
My Only Egret
Tern, Right at Light
Winston
Commisioned pooch portrait
Marvelous Marlin
Another painting from Photographer Richard Gibson’s collection ( Hi-Seas Phototgraphy.com ) of action on the high seas. Notice the bait-fish in her mouth
Bull Dining
A painting inspired by a piece from Richard Gibson photography collection. ( HiSeasPhotography.com )..
Early Bird Special
A school of Pelicans waiting for fish scraps in Jupiter inlet.
Cuda Stayed in School
I found this great website for underwater photography, www.UnderwaterReflections.com, World reknown photographer Bruce Yates permitted me to paint this fantastic shot of a school of Baracuda that he took in Indonesia.
As seen at the Boca Museum of Art Courtyard Exhibition, July and August, 2008.
Mini-Season Delight
Makes me start looking for a tub of butter! This painting was copied from a photograph from photographer Julie Taylor of South Florida Divers.com.
October 2007 by Gary Carpentier
PB Polo Statue #2
Official Starter - Boat Parade
Winner for the month of December, for the 2008 Art For Living Calendar of Martin County, benefiting the "Helping People Succeed" Foundation.
Barbs and Stripes
This piece was originally intended for the calendar series, but the more I painted, the more I got "into it." Not just a painting of fabric and chrome, this painting represents people calling out to each other, to remember those who gave up their freedom for our freedom.
Gator Done
How did I get this shot? I was on a bridge at "Gatorama!" I cheated and used University of Florida colors in the snout. So sue me.
Focke Wulf
While enjoying a Sunday ride, this old German fighter plane comes outta nowhere and crash-lands in a nearby field. Seems like a photo opportunity!
I jump off my bike and rush over, and it's just some guy getting fuel at an Aero Club fueling station.
PB Polo Statue Close Up
Drifting Pelican
A pelican drive-by looking for a handout.
Coconut Groove
Simple coconuts just hanging out.
Hotel Evernia
Pronounced "E-Vern-Ya," it's not the "Bates Motel" or "Hotel California," just an old joint in town. I really just wanted to try paint neon...
As seen at the Palm Beach International Airport in the Ar(t)chitectural Attitude, Art in Public Places Exhibition, September thru February, 2009
The Manalapan Tree-Tunnel
A favorite strip for bikers on A1A in south Palm Beach County. Stop through on a Sunday morning to duck away from the sunshine and into the shadows. Listen to the bike's roar among the trees and spot the lone, oncoming headlight of someone who shares your passion. And although you may be sad when the tunnel hits the end, you'll be smiling once you see that wide-open view of the ocean.
Ticketmaster
A tribute to those who protect us from ourselves.
Pelicans Can't Read
The pelican eating lunch seemed to turn his back at me and the "No Fishing" sign.
1st Place Chili Cookoff
Once a Biker Bad-Ass Tough-guy, now an apron-wearing, "too much salt"-caring, "I hope I get on the Food Channel" chef to the common people.
Thanks for the Ride
I actually saw this in a church parking lot and thought it would make a good painting.
Retha's Ride
Sometimes you just want to paint. The red 1958 Caddy was perfectly restored and just waiting to tell its history, but after I got the shot, I was shown an earlier painting of a red '58 Cadillac in a similar pose by Scott Jacobs. I changed the car color to pink and named it after Ms. Franklin..hoping nobody would notice.
Hemingway
This should have been called "Ernest Goes to Art School." This was my second project at a Las Vegas airbrush class and THE favorite among my critics.
This painting is 100% airbrush, and was copied from a photo in a magazine.
Notice the sunburn on his nose.
Hot Springs
It was really hot this year at Bikeweek in Daytona, and I wanted to show just that when I painted the front end of a springer.
That's J & P Cycles in the reflection, at Destination Daytona.
Remember 911
I wanted to paint something patriotic. During a HOG ride, I photographed the bike in front of me sporting an American flag. In the photograph, you could see the shadow of me taking the photo --- OR it could be a saluting serviceman.
I kept it in the painting and re-numbered the license plate...
Border Collie Davidson
My neighbor's Border Collie. They have a Honda.
Quick Fix
February 2007 by Gary Carpentier
At a recent event, I noticed that the first thing most women do after dismounting their ride is to check their appearance in the bike's mirror. Patti Gollahon from Iron Eagle Motorcycle Company in West Palm Beach agreed to pose for this likeness. Notice owner Jeff patiently waiting in the chrome reflection of the starter button.
As seen at the Boca Museum of Art Courtyard Exhibition, July and August, 2008
Bike Week
In my paintings, I want the viewer to think about what just happened and what's about to happen. This painting represents the anticipation and the planning of a motorcycle ride to "Bike week."
