I´ve told you about Brian Wallace before, but thought it was high time I made an inspiration-post on him. Originally from the States, but has lived in Haugesund for a coupe of decades already. He teaches painting, and that´s how I finally got to know him by attending one of his workshops.
A lot of his motifs are of the special nature out here along the coast. What make them so special is the incredible warmth in his pictures!
This one is a newer piece, and slightly more abstract, and my very favorite!
Told you he was inspired by his surroundings! 
This one is from New York. Have a look at his web-site, you´ll be just as inspired as I am, I´m sure of it! He also has a page on Facebook.