Thursday, April 12, 2012

"Low Tide, Late Day"



Pastel on Self-sanded Arches, 9x7

SOLD

This is a study made from notes, drawings, and reference photos taken at Tide View Park.  The tide was completely out and the afternoon was passing quickly when I began these notes and drawings.  This painting was done as a value / color statement in preparation for a larger work.  The drama of the scene is accented as the sand turn lavender and blue and the oysters stand out against the reflections.

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