24” in diameter, encaustic on panel

This is first in a series of paintings of what are, essentially, porthole views of the ocean, created on round panels mimicking the shape of a ship's window. During December, we had some wild weather here in Maine, creating storm surges and incredibly powerful waves, The ocean was truly awe-inspiring, and I wanted to capture the ocean’s power in this piece.

The sides of this panel are painted a deep ultramarine blue (see photo) to match the color of the deepest blues in this piece. There are eight different shades of blue in this painting, and lots of texture, as seen in the third photo.

My encaustic paintings feature rich colors and textures, while the multiple layers and mark-making invite close looking. The luminous surface also makes you want to reach out and touch the painting, which you can! Unlike oil or acrylic paintings, encaustic paintings are hardened with natural resin, and the tough surface which won’t be damaged by your touching it. (You can touch the encaustic paintings in my studio, but please don’t try it in a museum — the guards will boot you out!!) 

For all large paintings, I offer free delivery in the Boston and Portland/southern Maine area.  You can see how the painting would look in your home, and I’ll help you hang the painting (if you’d like me to). If you aren’t happy with the painting for any reason, after seeing it in person, I will offer a full refund.