Storm Surge

I painted this scene on location in Mexico Beach, Florida. There was a huge tidal surge as a result of Hurricane Ike that provided some excellent painting opportunities. Mexico Beach is one of just a few beaches in Florida that has a marina feeding directly into the Gulf. This is the mouth of the marinas canal where it meets the Gulf and has to be dredged on a regular basis to keep the access point open. I was keeping a close watch on the weather and knew that on this particular day the tidal surge would be at its peak during high tide at around 10:00 am. My painting buddy, James, and I arrived around 9:00 am and set up our paint gear. There were quite a few onlookers as this was a great place to check out the awesome surf and to their surprise, watch a couple of artists work. When the massive waves would crash into the barrier rocks, they would send a spray of illuminated sea water reaching back toward the menacing sky. A few brave souls ventured out on the rocks to get a closer look at the forces of nature.

Above is a detail view.
"Storm Surge" 6" x 8" original oil on panel. Measures 12" x 14" with included frame which is black with gold undertones. $600 (click on images for a larger view)

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A View From Church Ave.

After several days couped up in the studio, I decided I had better get back outside and do some plein air painting. That being said, I grabbed my gear and headed out to brave the heat and humidity that we are so famous for here on the coast of Florida. Being intent on not wasting any time, I headed straight to one of my regular painting spots on Church Ave. in Millville, where I knew I'd find a good subject.

I've painted the dark blue boat several times before but never from the front, as it's usually facing the opposite direction, so I was quite pleased when I found it today proudly facing forward. There was strong sunlight blasting down on the top of the boats (and me as well) creating a bright golden glow that shimmered against all of the cool greens of the landscape.

Above is a detail view of my main subject in the painting. There's a lot of detail for a 4" x 6" painting.

"A View From Church Ave." 4" x 6" original oil on panel. $250 (click photos for a larger view)

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