Russ Harris Fine Art & Photography

06/16/2026

Thank you to the Buyer from Escondido, California for their recent purchase of a 30"x30" print!!

06/14/2026

Thank you to the Buyer from Westlake Village, CA for their recent purchase of my artwork entitled "Polo Lounge"!

06/13/2026

Thank you to the Buyer from San Diego for their recent purchase of my artwork entitled "Whimsical Condominium Village"!! - https://russ-harris.pixels.com/featured/whimsical-condominium-village-russ-harris.html

06/12/2026

"Contrast and Harmony"
This striking image created by local La Jolla artist Russ Harris features a highly contrasting, monochromatic composition divided vertically into two halves. The left side presents a stark white background, while the right side is set against an equally bold black backdrop.

In the foreground, a delicate, transparent wine glass is positioned on the left side, filled with a dark liquid that appears black or deep inky, creating a sleek, reflective surface. Extending from the glass is a branch adorned with small, round, berry-like buds and tiny flowers, which arch gracefully across the composition, reaching towards the right side.

On the right side, a large, transparent glass pitcher with a handle is prominently placed, its shape elegant and curvaceous. From the pitcher, a similar branch with small berries and delicate white flowers extends outward, mirroring the branch on the left. The flowers are detailed and soft, providing a gentle contrast to the stark background. Some of the blossoms and buds rest on the surface near the pitcher, adding a natural, organic element to the scene.

Harris' overall effect is a harmonious interplay between light and dark, transparency and opacity, with the branches and flowers creating a sense of movement and balance across the contrasting backgrounds. The image exudes a minimalist elegance, emphasizing form, contrast, and the subtle beauty of the floral elements.
https://russ-harris.pixels.com/featured/contrast-and-harmony-russ-harris.html

06/11/2026

"Leaf Lattice" - https://russ-harris.pixels.com/featured/leaf-lattice-russ-harris.html - Prints sizes up to 48"x48"

06/09/2026

Visit Russ Harris' online art and see all the new pieces! https://russ-harris.pixels.com/

06/02/2026

Russ Harris sold a 36" x 24" framed print to a buyer from San Diego, CA. - "Torrey Pines #1" - Thank you!!

05/29/2026

Thank you to the Buyer from Castro Valley, CA for their recent purchase of my artwork!!

05/25/2026

"Barely Holding On"
A stark, minimalist winter scene created by La Jolla artist Russ Harris stretches across the frame, dominated by soft, wind-shaped sand or snow and a sense of quiet emptiness. A damaged fence snakes diagonally through the landscape, its dark slats half-buried and leaning at uneven angles, as if slowly being swallowed by the drifting surface. Near the center, a small cluster of bare grasses or reeds rises from the dune, adding a fragile, wiry texture against the pale background. The horizon is almost indistinct, blending into a muted gray sky that gives the whole image a hushed, overcast atmosphere. The composition feels lonely but elegant, with strong lines and delicate contrast creating a mood of erosion, stillness, and endurance. -

Barely Holding On by Russ Harris

05/24/2026

"The Pink Garden - Wings of Color on Paper Leaves"

This image is a soft, romantic floral composition created by local La Jolla artist Russ Harris set against a smooth pink background. Several pink blossoms with layered petals bloom among muted green and dusty gray leaves, creating a gentle, painterly arrangement. The flowers have a delicate, almost hand-drawn quality, with subtle shading that gives them depth and texture.

A striking butterfly dominates the right side of the image. Its wings are vivid orange near the center, fading into deep blue edges speckled with small white spots. The butterflys bold colors contrast beautifully with the tender pink flowers, drawing the eye immediately and adding a sense of life and motion to the scene.

Scattered throughout the background are fine speckles and soft splashes of darker pink, giving the whole piece a dreamy, slightly textured look. The composition feels balanced and elegant, with the flowers clustered mostly to the left and the butterfly angled diagonally across the right, as if it has just landed or is about to lift off. Overall, the image has a graceful, whimsical, almost springtime feel.

The Pink Garden - Wings of Color on Paper Leaves by Russ Harris