64 TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE | SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2019
Lately, she has devoted herself to
naturalistic painting with a focus on
birds and other wildlife. Her latest
series is inspired by the osprey, a
land-based raptor known worldwide.
These birds of prey have captivated
her with their beauty and behavior.
An award-winning artist, Matheny’s
work is in homes and galleries
throughout Georgia, North Carolina
and Florida. 9
EDITOR’S NOTE: Jeanne Matheny
accepts commissions and can be contacted
at (706) 970-0753. Her website is
jeannematheny.com.
This 12 inch-by-16 inch oil, Osprey at Moonrise, was painted by Jeanne
at sunset while she was in Dunedin.
Jeanne Matheny painted First Catch of the Morning
when she saw this osprey land on a pine branch after it
had just finished diving to catch a sheepshead.