Life Float

Trude Spillane’s art invites viewers into a world where nature, spirit, and imagination intertwine. Her work explores the unity of life, blending the beauty of the natural world with the mystical energy that flows through it. Each piece reflects her deep connection to both inner and outer landscapes, merging memory, imagination, and spiritual essence.

The aqua-blue, spring-fed rivers of North Central Florida are a recurring inspiration in Trude Spillane’s paintings. Their life-giving waters sustain countless beings and resonate with a melody of interconnectedness for those who pause to listen. Through her art, Trude reflects the healing power of these sacred waters, where hearts intertwine, and balance is restored—for both humanity and the planet.

Nature in Trude’s work becomes a gateway to the extraordinary. Imaginary trees spring to life, free from the constraints of perfection, their shapes and textures leading to magical realms. The Blue Ridge Mountains glow with spectral light, their ethereal presence emerging from her mind’s eye and offering a glimpse behind the veil of the ordinary.

Her paintings also feature recurring symbols of transformation, such as spirit beings and angelic figures. These ethereal, winged forms radiate love and light, embodying themes of awakening and renewal. They are deeply personal and yet universal, reflecting a shared mystical experience.

Trude’s artistic journey spans decades of exploration across multiple disciplines. Her path began with fine art studies as a teenager, evolving into a lifelong dedication to painting, sculpture, and jewelry design. She co-owned Gifts of Avalon for 23 years, a beloved bead and jewelry supply store where she repaired jewelry, taught design, and cultivated a creative haven for her community.

Today, she continues to create from her home studio, pouring her passion into oil paintings, custom jewelry, and whimsical sculptures. Each piece is a reflection of her love for the natural world and her ongoing dialogue with the mystical.

As an active member of the Artisan’s Guild Gallery in Gainesville, FL, Trude shares her creations within a vibrant community of artists and art enthusiasts. Her vision is to inspire others to embrace the beauty of nature, the unity of life, and the boundless creativity that resides within us all.

Paper prints: Cold Press Natural acid free, 340gsm 100% cotton rag fine art paper with a warm textured surface. Printed with 11 color archival ultra chrome inks.

*Please see the Sizing tab below for precise measurements of image size and paper size. Paper prints come with white border.

Unstretched Canvas Print Acid free, 395grm matte canvas with a satin finish. Each canvas is printed with 11 color archival ultra chrome inks. Each print comes with a 3" white border and can be framed or stretched at home.

Wrapped Canvas Print Acid free, 395grm matte canvas with a satin finish. Each canvas is printed with 11 color archival ultra chrome inks. Canvas is stretched over 1.5” stretcher bars and ready-to-hang

Paper Prints:

Trude's original works are all unique sizes. We have formatted each individual piece to fit a standard frame size (listed above as paper size). Each print comes with a white border to allow for a matted look.

Frame size is equal to paper size ordered, unless specified or requested differently in a special order.

Unstretched Canvas:

Due to the unique sizing of each of Trude's original works, canvas print sizes will vary from piece to piece.

Canvas print sizes will be determined by the longest side dimension of each piece.

For a 12" x 16" unstretched canvas print, the longest dimension of the print will be 16" and the other dimension will vary based on its unique shape.

Each print comes with an additional 3" white border and can be framed or stretched at home.

Wrapped Canvas:

Due to the unique sizing of each of Trude's original works, canvas print sizes will vary from piece to piece.

Wrapped canvas print sizes will be determined by the longest side dimension of each piece.

For a 12" x 16" wrapped canvas, the longest dimension of the print will be 16" and the other dimension will vary based on its unique shape.

The 1.5” sides of the wrapped canvas will be a complimentary color from within each work.

Framing options are only available with paper prints.

Our wood frames come finished with plexi glass and an attached wire hanger, ready to hang.

Paper prints come with a white border, acting as a mat. Additional mat options are available upon request and for an additional cost. 

Please contact us for more framing options: Larger sizes, added mats or a more custom look.

All prints, canvases and frames are made to order in Gainesville, FL

Please allow 7-10 business days for your order to ship from our studio. 

Shipping time after leaving our studio will vary based on your location.

All orders are shipped UPS Ground, unless otherwise requested. Please email us at ShopSWPF@gmail.com after you've place your order to see if expedited shipping is possible on your specific order. 

Unframed paper or canvas print orders are shipped in a triangle tube and all framed art is shipped boxed. 

Please note: all prints, canvases and frames are made to order in Gainesville, FL

Please allow 7-10 business days for your orders to ship from our studio. 

Shipping time after leaving our studio will vary based on your location.

For International Orders:

If you would like to place an order outside of the United States, please contact us at ShopSWPF@gmail.com.

We currently do not offer international shipping at checkout, but are happy to work with you on your order and find the best international shipping solution.