Moonlit Bayou – Original Painting | Kayakers, Alligator, Mermaid & Pirate Treasure in Louisiana Swamp" on Salvaged Door by Paige DeBell

"Moonlit Bayou"
Under the glow of a full moon, two kayakers glide through a quiet cypress bayou, their path lit by shimmering reflections. In the foreground, an imposing alligator perches on a log, watching over a surreal underwater scene below—where a gentle mermaid cradles a pirate’s skull beside his long-lost treasure chest. This richly layered composition blends mystery, folklore, and the untamed beauty of the Louisiana wetlands.

Perfect for lovers of nature, kayaking, Southern storytelling, or hidden enchanted worlds, this piece invites endless curiosity and conversation - its mix of realism and fantasy invites the viewer to escape, explore, and imagine. It brings a sense of wonder and wilderness into the home—making it a captivating focal point and a soulful tribute to the magic of the bayou.

New Orleans artist, Paige DeBell
Painted with acrylics on a salvaged door panel from a hurricane damaged home in New Orleans. 
39.5" x 30.5"