Never the Blues Wave The result is a dynamic

The result is a dynamic

From towering redwoods and rugged Sierra peaks to surfers poised beside a crashing wave and the ever-watchful great white

acrylic on panel - framed with blond redwood - gloss varnish

the composition pays homage to California’s natural diversity—from surfers in the Pacific to the ever-present silhouette of the great white shark

a lot of black colors

Never the Blues Wave The result is a dynamicThe Dark and Light series takes a modern simplistic approach to a classic beach and ocean scene. I use a dark under layer behind the waves, and a lighter wash on the sky and foreground that allows the natural wood grain to be a part of the painting. I also use perspectives and colors in variations and combinations that allow the collector to find that perfect piece.