Lynda Ashaw | artwork

Welcome to Lynda Ashaw's Fine Arts

I create art that sparks curiosity and emotion—capturing stories, memories, and cultural roots. Influenced by my Puerto Rican heritage, NYC upbringing, travels, and motherhood, my work reflects identity, nostalgia, and everyday moments worth remembering.

This space is dedicated to my original fine art—painted canvases and custom commissions. If you're looking for prints of my digital illustrations, you’ll find them on my main website. But if you're here for a one-of-a-kind painting, let’s bring your vision to life.

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Lynda's art is a reflection of her passion for painting and her unique perspective on life. Each artwork tells a story and captures a moment in time, inviting the viewer to experience the world through her eyes.

Lynda Ashaw's Latest Artwork

Acrylic painting of a Puerto Rican street scene in a small, historic town with tropical foliage, old buildings, and the presence of cable lines, reflecting the blend of nature and urban decay in a low-tax, underfunded community.

Calle en Toa Alta (2025)

Acrylic on Canvas
24 x 18 in.
$432 (shipping not included)

This painting captures the charm of a historic, underfunded town in Puerto Rico, where time seems to slow and the connection between past and present remains strong. The cable lines, like those in Buen Día Con Flores, symbolize the island’s resilience, intertwining with the vibrant street life of this older town, full of stories and character. Part of the Mejor Que Ayer collection.

Acrylic painting of a Puerto Rican street scene with vibrant tropical flowers cascading over an urban setting, blending nature with city life.

Buen Día Con Flores (2025)

Acrylic on Canvas
24 x 20 in.
$480 (shipping not included)

A painting that intertwines the lush naturaleza of Puerto Rico with the ever-changing urban landscape. The contrast of delicate florals against structural elements captures the island’s unique harmony of tradition and progress. Part of the Mejor Que Ayer collection.

A curated collection of paintings capturing serene Puerto Rican mornings, blending landscape, culture, and personal reflection.

Better Than Yesterday Collection (2024 – Ongoing)

A collection of paintings inspired by early mornings in Puerto Rico. Each piece reflects the artist’s intimate connection to the island—its warmth, quiet moments, and evolving beauty. Created to offer a sense of peace, nostalgia, and grounding.

A diptych painting of a Puerto Rican sunrise, with lush greenery on one panel and urban infrastructure on the other, reflecting cultural evolution.

Papaya, Bien Temprano | Mejor Que Ayer (Summer 2024)

Acrylic on Canvas (Diptych)
Each panel: 7 x 14 in.
Gifted to Mi Viejo, Puerto Rico

A two-piece composition bridging Puerto Rico’s naturaleza with its evolving urban identity. The soft morning glow illuminates both the organic and industrial—honoring the delicate balance of the island’s past and present. Part of the Mejor Que Ayer collection.

Acrylic portrait of three Puerto Rican men seated together, showcasing their individual personalities through expressive brushstrokes and warm color tones.

Los Gatos (2024)

Acrylic on Canvas
24 x 20 in.
(Commissioned – Not for Sale)

A portrait of the artist’s father and uncles—each embodying their own habits, vices, and wisdom. A trio of cool cats, unbothered and timeless, captured in an intimate yet expressive moment of brotherhood.

Acrylic portrait of an older Puerto Rican man wearing sunglasses, seated outdoors, surrounded by lush tropical greenery.

Portrait of Tío Papo (January 2024)

Acrylic on Canvas
24 x 20 in.
(Commissioned – Not for Sale)

A tribute to the artist’s uncle—always effortlessly cool, always with his shades, always at peace with the rhythms of Puerto Rican nature.

Acrylic painting of Puerto Rican men playing dominos, with a self-portrait of the artist and her daughter in the background, highlighting family bonds and tradition.

Domino y Quenepas (August 2023)

Acrylic on Canvas
20 x 24 in.
$480 (shipping not included)

A generational gathering over dominos—a game of strategy, storytelling, and camaraderie. The artist weaves personal history into the scene, seated to the left, enjoying quenepas, while her daughter plays in the background, always close to her Papá. A reflection of heritage, community, and connection.

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