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Tidal Dunes
This Acrylic painting beautifully captures a tranquil beach scene as viewed from the dunes. The composition leads the viewer’s eye through a sandy pathway, framed by lush, wind-swept dune vegetation, toward the inviting emerald-green waters of the ocean.
The textured brushwork in the dunes gives a sense of depth, with shadows and highlights adding realism to the soft, rippled sand. Small green plants and tufts of beach grass bring life to the foreground, contrasting with the smooth white sand. The waves gently roll in with delicate strokes of white, adding movement to the serene seascape.
Above, the sky is painted with soft blues and whites, with fluffy clouds stretching across the horizon, enhancing the peaceful and airy atmosphere. The blend of colors in the water, transitioning from deep blue to vibrant green, captures the natural beauty of a coastal paradise.
This painting evokes a sense of calm and the refreshing allure of the sea, inviting the viewer to step into the scene and enjoy the ocean breeze.
Painted in Atelier Acrylics and artwork size of 600 x 300 x 40 mm.
The textured brushwork in the dunes gives a sense of depth, with shadows and highlights adding realism to the soft, rippled sand. Small green plants and tufts of beach grass bring life to the foreground, contrasting with the smooth white sand. The waves gently roll in with delicate strokes of white, adding movement to the serene seascape.
Above, the sky is painted with soft blues and whites, with fluffy clouds stretching across the horizon, enhancing the peaceful and airy atmosphere. The blend of colors in the water, transitioning from deep blue to vibrant green, captures the natural beauty of a coastal paradise.
This painting evokes a sense of calm and the refreshing allure of the sea, inviting the viewer to step into the scene and enjoy the ocean breeze.
Painted in Atelier Acrylics and artwork size of 600 x 300 x 40 mm.
The Lighthouse
This acrylic painting presents a breathtaking coastal scene featuring a pristine beach, crystal-clear waters, and a striking lighthouse standing tall on a lush green hill.
The composition is well-balanced, with the smooth expanse of sandy beach leading the viewer’s eye towards the distant headland. The shoreline gently curves, creating a sense of depth and inviting the viewer into the scene. The ocean is beautifully rendered with a gradient of blues and greens, capturing the shallow waters near the shore and the deeper sea further out. Gentle waves roll onto the sand, adding a dynamic yet peaceful touch.
The lighthouse, bathed in sunlight, serves as the focal point, standing against the bright blue sky. Its presence evokes a sense of guidance and tranquility. The surrounding greenery on the dunes and hills contrasts harmoniously with the cool tones of the water and sky.
This painting radiates a serene and inviting atmosphere, perfectly capturing the essence of a sunlit coastal escape.
Painted with Atelier Acrylics on a 40 x 30 cm canvas.
The composition is well-balanced, with the smooth expanse of sandy beach leading the viewer’s eye towards the distant headland. The shoreline gently curves, creating a sense of depth and inviting the viewer into the scene. The ocean is beautifully rendered with a gradient of blues and greens, capturing the shallow waters near the shore and the deeper sea further out. Gentle waves roll onto the sand, adding a dynamic yet peaceful touch.
The lighthouse, bathed in sunlight, serves as the focal point, standing against the bright blue sky. Its presence evokes a sense of guidance and tranquility. The surrounding greenery on the dunes and hills contrasts harmoniously with the cool tones of the water and sky.
This painting radiates a serene and inviting atmosphere, perfectly capturing the essence of a sunlit coastal escape.
Painted with Atelier Acrylics on a 40 x 30 cm canvas.
Riptide
This acrylic painting is a stunning aerial view of a beach scene, capturing the movement and texture of the ocean waves with rich blues and whites. The waves crash onto the shore in layers, creating a sense of depth and realism. The foamy white surf contrasts beautifully with the deep and light turquoise tones of the water.
Small, colorful figures float in the water, adding a lively touch, while a lone blue umbrella sits on the sandy shore, grounding the composition. The textured brushstrokes and thick application of paint bring the waves to life, giving the piece an almost three-dimensional quality.
Evoking a serene yet dynamic coastal atmosphere, making the viewer feel as if they are looking down from above. It beautifully conveys the power and tranquility of the sea.
Painted in Atelier acrylics. 920 x 460mm
Small, colorful figures float in the water, adding a lively touch, while a lone blue umbrella sits on the sandy shore, grounding the composition. The textured brushstrokes and thick application of paint bring the waves to life, giving the piece an almost three-dimensional quality.
Evoking a serene yet dynamic coastal atmosphere, making the viewer feel as if they are looking down from above. It beautifully conveys the power and tranquility of the sea.
Painted in Atelier acrylics. 920 x 460mm
The Summer Splash
This acrylic painting is a vibrant and dynamic depiction of an ocean scene brimming with movement and energy.
The composition features a series of powerful rolling waves, layered with texture and depth, creating a captivating sense of motion. The use of rich blues and turquoise shades gives the water a lifelike quality, while the white foam detailing enhances the realism of the breaking surf.
Scattered throughout the waves are tiny, colorful figures—surfers and swimmers—adding a lively and playful element to the piece. The perspective gives an aerial view, making the viewer feel as though they are looking down at a vast, bustling seascape.
Above the waves, the upper portion of the painting features an abstract yet whimsical depiction of beach umbrellas , adding contrast and a dreamlike quality to the scene. These bright pops of color create a festive and joyful atmosphere, evoking the carefree essence of summer by the ocean.
This painting masterfully blends realism with an artistic interpretation, capturing the beauty, excitement, and serenity of the sea.Painted with Atelier Acryrics on a 90cm x 90cm x 4cm stretched canvas.
The composition features a series of powerful rolling waves, layered with texture and depth, creating a captivating sense of motion. The use of rich blues and turquoise shades gives the water a lifelike quality, while the white foam detailing enhances the realism of the breaking surf.
Scattered throughout the waves are tiny, colorful figures—surfers and swimmers—adding a lively and playful element to the piece. The perspective gives an aerial view, making the viewer feel as though they are looking down at a vast, bustling seascape.
Above the waves, the upper portion of the painting features an abstract yet whimsical depiction of beach umbrellas , adding contrast and a dreamlike quality to the scene. These bright pops of color create a festive and joyful atmosphere, evoking the carefree essence of summer by the ocean.
This painting masterfully blends realism with an artistic interpretation, capturing the beauty, excitement, and serenity of the sea.Painted with Atelier Acryrics on a 90cm x 90cm x 4cm stretched canvas.
Life is a Beach
This acrylic painting beautifully captures a serene beach scene from a unique aerial perspective, offering a bird’s-eye view of the shoreline where the turquoise ocean meets the soft sandy beach.
The composition is divided into two main sections:
The upper portion showcases the vibrant blue waves rolling onto the shore, with varying shades of turquoise and white foam adding depth and movement to the water. The textured brushstrokes effectively convey the motion of the waves.
The lower portion presents a lively beach setting with colorful umbrellas, towels, surfboards, and beach accessories neatly arranged on the sand. The bright pops of red, yellow, green, and blue contrast wonderfully against the pale sand, evoking a playful and summery atmosphere.
Tiny human figures, barely noticeable at first glance, add life to the painting, suggesting a peaceful day at the beach filled with relaxation and fun.
This piece masterfully blends realism and abstraction, using bold color choices and perspective to create a striking and inviting coastal scene. The balance of movement in the waves and stillness in the beach setup makes it an engaging and visually pleasing artwork.
Painted with Atelier Acrylics on a 92cm x 45cm x 4cm canvas
The composition is divided into two main sections:
The upper portion showcases the vibrant blue waves rolling onto the shore, with varying shades of turquoise and white foam adding depth and movement to the water. The textured brushstrokes effectively convey the motion of the waves.
The lower portion presents a lively beach setting with colorful umbrellas, towels, surfboards, and beach accessories neatly arranged on the sand. The bright pops of red, yellow, green, and blue contrast wonderfully against the pale sand, evoking a playful and summery atmosphere.
Tiny human figures, barely noticeable at first glance, add life to the painting, suggesting a peaceful day at the beach filled with relaxation and fun.
This piece masterfully blends realism and abstraction, using bold color choices and perspective to create a striking and inviting coastal scene. The balance of movement in the waves and stillness in the beach setup makes it an engaging and visually pleasing artwork.
Painted with Atelier Acrylics on a 92cm x 45cm x 4cm canvas
Beach Serenity
Medium: Holbein Watercolor Paints on Paper
Artist: C. Neil
Beach Serenity is a captivating watercolor painting that embodies the peaceful yet dynamic beauty of the ocean. This piece showcases a striking balance between movement and tranquility, inviting the viewer to experience the rhythm of the waves and the calming embrace of the sea.
The foreground features a gently rolling wave in translucent greens and blues, expertly layered to create depth and luminosity. With a delicate use of white highlights and splattering techniques enhances the realism of the foamy surf as it crashes onto the golden shore. The sandy beach, depicted in soft earthy tones, anchors the composition, offering a serene contrast to the fluidity of the water.
Above, a vast expanse of sky is painted in soft blues with billowing clouds, adding depth and atmosphere to the scene. The blending techniques create a seamless transition between sky and sea, reinforcing the painting’s tranquil essence.
This piece captures not just a moment in nature but the emotions tied to the coastline—freedom, renewal, and serenity. A stunning addition to any collection, Beach Serenity is perfect for those who find solace and inspiration in the ocean’s embrace.
Artist: C. Neil
Beach Serenity is a captivating watercolor painting that embodies the peaceful yet dynamic beauty of the ocean. This piece showcases a striking balance between movement and tranquility, inviting the viewer to experience the rhythm of the waves and the calming embrace of the sea.
The foreground features a gently rolling wave in translucent greens and blues, expertly layered to create depth and luminosity. With a delicate use of white highlights and splattering techniques enhances the realism of the foamy surf as it crashes onto the golden shore. The sandy beach, depicted in soft earthy tones, anchors the composition, offering a serene contrast to the fluidity of the water.
Above, a vast expanse of sky is painted in soft blues with billowing clouds, adding depth and atmosphere to the scene. The blending techniques create a seamless transition between sky and sea, reinforcing the painting’s tranquil essence.
This piece captures not just a moment in nature but the emotions tied to the coastline—freedom, renewal, and serenity. A stunning addition to any collection, Beach Serenity is perfect for those who find solace and inspiration in the ocean’s embrace.
Beach Serenity Framed
Deep Waters
An aerial view Watercolour painting with rolling blue waves on a summers day. Loving the colours. Just painted a few months back. Love how you can manipulate Watercolours to get the brightest colours. Holbein Watercolours were used. Very high pigment colour.
Deep Waters Framed
The Shallows
A Digital art painting using airbrushing techniques. I was fascinated by the effects that are hard to achieve by brush strokes on canvas. More of an experimental piece to determine form and the ambient effects of the underwater world.
The Big Blue
A rocky outcrop that has been battered by the continuous waves. Painted in Atelier acrylics.
The Assension
An experimental piece using pallete knives to pull the paint down the canvas. Consisting of deep blues and whites with drops of colour at the top, Painted on a stretched canvas 60cm x 30cm x 4cm
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