Mountain Water Portal – Original Colorado Landscape Painting
Mountain Water Portal
Pickup available at Matty Miller Studio
Usually ready in 2–4 days
The view from the studio at Mountain Water Retreat in Huerfano, CO. Twenty years ago I studied art and contemplative practices at Naropa University. I reconnected with two of my mentors, artists Joan Anderson & Robert Spellman, who have built a beautiful retreat in Southern Colorado. Their grounded connection to the landscape, and path of stewardship, are ingrained in every day at Mountain Water. Each day there, I experienced a spark of tiny magic in walking about the land.
My Portal Series explores the idea of natural spaces as sanctuaries—both for people and for the unique ecologies they hold. Just as the arched doorways of Gothic churches were designed to inspire reverence, these landscapes act as thresholds—places that invite presence, stillness, and a deeper connection to place.
Each painting invites you to pause, step into the scene, and reflect on your relationship with the natural world. Their purpose is to invite contemplation and be gently returned to yourself, and to your why— to reconnect with the beautiful fragility of the ecology of our brief time on the planet.
Size and Details
- Medium
- Acrylic on canvas
- Dimensions
- 30" x 36" x 0.75"
- Framing
- Unframed
- Year
- 2025
- Series
- Portal Series
Shipping
Every original is packed with care in my Denver studio and ships within the US. Shipping is charged at cost, based on the painting's size and weight. Orders ship within 5 to 7 days.
Local pick up is free at the studio, 2822 E 17th Ave, Denver, usually ready in 2 to 4 days.
All sales are final. A gifted original can be exchanged within 30 days for a piece of equal or greater value.
Virtual Home Trial
Curious how a piece will look in your home? Send me a photo of your space, and I'll create a mockup so you can envision it before bringing it home.
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Meet the artist
I'm a Colorado painter, plant lover and backcountry wanderer, creating art rooted in western landscapes, Southwest folk traditions and a deep reverence for the natural world.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I see the painting in person?
Yes. Visit the studio at 2822 E 17th Ave, across from City Park in Denver, open by appointment or whenever my sign is out front. You can also find me at markets and shows.
How will it look in my home?
Request a Virtual Home Trial. Send me a photo of your space, and I'll create a mockup so you can see the painting on your wall before bringing it home.
Can I pick up my order?
Yes. Choose local pick up at checkout and collect your order at the studio, 2822 E 17th Ave, Denver. In-stock orders are usually ready in 2 to 4 days, and I'll email you when yours is ready.
Can I commission something similar?
Yes. I take on a limited number of commissions each year, sized and colored for the space they'll live in. Start a commission.
Is there a print of this painting?
Many of my paintings live on as archival prints and silk scarves.
Can I return an original?
All sales are final. A gifted original can be exchanged within 30 days for a piece of equal or greater value, and the return shipping is paid by the customer.