Story Behind the Painting - Tom Lybeck Art

The Story Behind the Painting

I am often asked about the inspiration behind what I paint and this section of the website is devoted to sharing some of the stories. Some reach back into childhood and others are comments on the times we live in. I hope you enjoy them. New entries are added regularly.

–Tom Lybeck

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The Story Behind the Painting: Jumping at the Chance

The Story Behind the Painting: Jumping at the Chance

tomlybeckart2021-06-12T20:33:47+00:00June 12th, 2021|Animals|

Jumping at the Chance The Brook trout is so colorful. It more than makes up for its small size in that alone. It’s a study in color, action and inspiration, at least for [...]

The Story Behind the Painting: First Solo Flight

tomlybeckart2021-04-17T22:13:10+00:00April 17th, 2021|Birds|

First Solo Flight I never know what will stir up a desire within me to make it the next subject I want to paint. Living in Colorado provides plenty of outdoor attractions. Unable [...]

The Story Behind the Painting: Coffee at 6:00 am

tomlybeckart2021-03-17T23:48:15+00:00March 17th, 2021|Western|

Coffee at 6:00 a.m. That first sip of coffee takes the chill off the morning air and the internal engine is revved up. It leads us to just about every intention the mind [...]