Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Huntsville State Park

I am honored and humbled to have my watercolor batik painting, "Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Huntsville State Park" grace the wall of Texas A&M University Press (TAMU Press) and added to its permanent collection, "The Frank H. Wardlaw Collection of Texas Art". Warm thanks to Bill and Linda Reaves, Dr. Jay Dew, TAMU Press Director, and Thomas Lemmons for coordinating the process.

“Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Huntsville State Park” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 30:X40”, in the Frank H. Wardlaw Collection of Texas Art

Roadside Wildflowers

This commissioned painting through Degallery, "Roadside Wildflowers" has found its permanent home. Thank you to Dary, the owner of Degallary for connecting this piece with a patron, and your representation and hard work. It is a 48 X 36 inches watercolor batik painting, the biggest painting I created so far.

“Roadside Wildflowers” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 48”X36”, SOLD

The book, "The Art of Texas State Parks" by TAMU press

The book, "The Art of Texas State Parks" by TAMU press has been published. My painting, "View Beyond Dogwood" and "Lake Raven in Spring" are featured in this book. You can get 30% off using coupon code PARKS until 10/01/2022.

Includes the work of these artists:
Randy Bacon, Abilene Mary Baxter, Marfa David Caton, Utopia Charles Criner, Houston Margie Crisp, Elgin Ric Dentinger, San Antonio Fidencio Duran, Austin Janet Eager Krueger, Encinal Joel R. Edwards, Waco Malou Flato, Austin Gordon Fowler, Austin Pat Gabriel, Fort Worth David R. Griffin, Dallas Brian Grimm, Fredericksburg Clemente F. Guzman III, San Antonio Karl E. Hall, Houston John Austin Hanna, Fredericksburg Billy Hassell, Fort Worth Hailey E. Herrera, Bryan Lee Jamison, Huntsville Denise LaRue Mahlke, Whitehouse Talmage Minter, Waco William B. Montgomery, Elgin Kermit Oliver, Waco Noe Perez, Corpus Christi Jeri Salter, Hutto Jim Stoker, San Antonio Bob Stuth-Wade, Dublin Terri M. Wells, Austin

https://www.tamupress.com/book/9781648430688/the-art-of-texas-state-parks/?utm_source=campus+email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=PARKS

I have a collaborative exhibit at the Art Council of Brazos Valley with fellow artists, Nikki Smith and Patsy Supak. Stop by and enjoy some beautiful paintings. Here is a sneak peek from the exhibit.

My watercolor batik paintings, from left: Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Splash of Red, Spring Heron, Blue Water Lily, Under Tree Canopy.

New painting, "Mr. and Mrs. Cardinal"

A male and female northern cardinal sitting on a branch. Watercolor batik painting by Hailey E. Herrera. My batik paintings are perfect if you are looking for a beautiful and unique artwork to enchant your home. This piece would make a wonderful addition to your art collection and will brighten up any wall in your home.

It is executed on rice paper which is mounted on gallery wrapped canvas and varnished. Black and white layered rice paper are attached to the sides of the canvas and finished with black acrylic to give a clean and unique look. The back of the canvas is signed, hooked, and wired ready to hang, giving an all round professional finish.

Dimensions WXHXD 24X18X1.5 inches, available via haileyherrera.com: https://www.haileyherrera.com/watercolor-batik/mr-and-mrs-cardinal

“Mr. and Mrs. Cardinal” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 18”X24”

SOLD to the art collector in New Jersey. As an artist, it is a joy to find a new patron who loves my work and know my paintings would be in the home of someone who appreciates my work. These paintings were purchased by the patron who has three young sons. His sons are starting to appreciate art and he thought my work would be a great introduction to them. Thank you to the Vedantam family for giving a new home to these artwork.

“Butterfly Kiss” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 16:X20”, SOLD

“Elegant Repose” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 18”X24” SOLD

“Morning Solitude” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 12”X16”:, SOLD

“Bucking Rhythm” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik 18”X24” SOLD

I have a collaborative exhibit at the Art Council of Brazos Valley with fellow artists, Nikki Smith and Patsy Supak. Stop by and enjoy some beautiful paintings. Here is a sneak peek from the exhibit. From left,
"Rolling Hills of Bluebonnets" by Hailey E. Herrera, 30"X40", watercolor batik
"Rolling Hills of Wildflowers" by Hailey E. Herrera, 30"X40", watercolor batik
"Crossing Chinquapin Trail, Huntsville State Park" by Hailey E. Herrera, 30"X40", watercolor batik

Save the date. The Professional Artists of Central Texas will have an art show and sale exhibit at the Center for Contemporary Arts, Abilene, TX. I am one of 10 PACT participating artists and my abstract and semi-abstract paintings will be featured in this show. The show will run from August 4 through September 24 with the closing reception on September 24.

“Rolling Hills of Bluebonnets” by Hailey E. Herrera

Rolling hills of Texas bluebonnets with oak trees, huisache, mesquite, and other colorful bushes. The original watercolor batik painting by Hailey E. Herrera. My batik paintings are perfect if you are looking for a beautiful and unique artwork to enchant your home. This piece would make a wonderful addition to your art collection and will brighten up any wall in your home.

It is executed on rice paper which is mounted on gallery wrapped canvas and varnished. Black and white layered rice papers are attached to the sides of the canvas to give a clean and unique look. The back of the canvas is signed, hooked, and wired ready to hang, giving an all round professional finish.

“Rolling Hills of Bluebonnets” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 40”X30”

The exhibition, The Art of Texas State Parks, is on view at Foltz Fine Art

My painting "Lake Raven in Spring, Huntsville State Park" is on display at the exhibition and Benefit Sale benefiting Texas State Parks. I am honored to be one of 30 selected artists for the Art of Texas Park project. The painting is also featured in the book, "The Art of Texas State Parks: A Centennial Celebration, 1923-2023" by Texas A&M University Press. The book will be published in September, 2022.

The exhibition, The Art of Texas State Parks, is on view at Foltz Fine Art, Houston, TX until August 27. 25% of the profits from the sale will be donated to Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation. For more information, visit https://www.haileyherrera.com/events/2022/2/22/tpwf-parks-centennial-art-reception

“Lake Raven in Spring, Huntsville State Park” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 40”X30”, Collection of Linda and Bill Reaves.

The Memorial Student Center Visual Arts Committee announces the opening of its newest exhibit titled, Bryan – College Station Community Showcase. My artwork “Population 2184”, “Homespun fun”, and “Three 10s” are featured in this showcase at James R. Reynolds Gallery.

My artwork “Population 2184” (third row cneter), “Homespun fun” (Top center), and “Three 10s” (second row right) are featured in this showcase at James R. Reynolds Gallery.

Every community has memories to share. The Bryan – College Station Community Showcase explores those moments through the work of more than 30 local artists. When brought together, these individual stories tell a larger narrative indicative of a united experience.

With pieces inspired by nature, childhood memories, grief, friendship, and even pop culture references, the emotional range of this exhibit is sure to capture the hearts of many. Not only diverse in topic, the artwork on display includes an array of styles and mediums. Visitors will enjoy oil, acrylic, watercolor, and digital paintings, as well as pencil and pastel drawings, photographs, and more. This collection in all its different forms speaks to the uniqueness of the stories being told, which converge to create the beautiful puzzle of our community. 

Many of the featured artworks are for sale, which makes this exhibition a great place to encounter a new favorite local artist. With more than 30 artists to discover, you are certain to find something that resonates with you.

I am pleased to announce the exhibition and Benefit Sale benefiting Texas State Parks, and am honored to be one of 30 selected artists. The exhibition, The Art of Texas State Parks, is on view at Foltz Fine Art, Houston, TX until August 27. 25% of the profits from the sale will be donated to Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation. If you are in the area, stop by the gallery and take a look.

You are invited. "Each of Us...All of Us", the show by 17 artists in PACT(Professional Artists of Central Texas) opens this Friday with a reception from 5 - 8 pm at Cultural Activities Center, Temple, TX.

My watercolor batik paintings will be featured at this newly renovated gallery of the Cultural Activities Center. If you are in the area, stop by and enjoy some beautiful paintings. The show continues through July 21.

Dates for exhibition: June 17 through July 21, 2022
Opening Reception: June 17, 2022 5:00-8:00 pm

My 7 watercolor batik paintings are on display.

Bryan and College Station artists showcase at James R. Reynolds Gallery

Bryan and College Station artists showcase their artwork in the Bryan - College Station area: What does your community mean to you? My artwork “Population 2184”, “Homespun fun”, and “Three 10s” will be featured in this showcase at James R. Reynolds Gallery.

“Three 10s” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 24”X18”. Three archers from Brazos 4H archery club with an abstract archery target background. The artwork is in Herrera Collection.

“Homespun Fun” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor, 30”X22”. Three ladies from Brazos Spinners and Weavers Guild are showing a demo on the first Friday in Historic Downtown Bryan.

“Population 2184” by Hailey E. Herrera, watercolor batik, 18”X24”. A black and white photo into a batik painting; a woman standing next to one of College Station's original population signs.