"Watching and Waiting" is an original oil painting on canvas. The painting wraps around the sides of the painting.
Claude Monet is one of my favorite artists, and I often browse his paintings paying particular attention to his use of light and color. One day I was drawn to his paintings of cliffs along the Normandy coast, especially his “The Cliff at Dieppe.” Monet’s “Cliff Walk at Pourville”, a depiction of two women standing on a cliff, reminded me of the televised “Poldark” series which takes place in Cornwall, England. The characters are often seen standing on the cliffs and looking out at the sea.
I immediately knew what I wanted to paint, and when I did the colors seemed to easily flow from my brushes and palette knife. Are the figures merely enjoying the day and watching the sea, waiting for something, contemplating life, or all of the above?
My style of painting is representational impressionism. I enjoy beginning with a recognizable subject and then embellish it as I would enjoy seeing it. Many times subjects do not need this embellishment but I may remove distracting objects, change colors, or add a stronger light source. I strive for feelings of peacefulness. When I paint a landscape or cityscape, I would like for people to imagine themselves in the painting, or to just sit back and enjoy it.
A certificate of authenticity (COA) will accompany the painting. It has been protected with satin varnish and is ready to be framed.
The painting will be carefully packaged, insured, and shipped. If it is damaged in transit, please return in original packaging for insurance purposes, and I will provide a full refund.
Color may vary slightly due to monitor color calibrations. If you are not satisfied with your painting, please return it within seven days.
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