oil

Each object is seen quietly Floating on water. Originally, I was captivated by the colors of the pool floats. Then I was intrigued by the interplay of light and shadow. The people are gone but their presence is felt by the artifacts left behind. Where are they? Were they taken? Why were these joyful playthings abandoned?
When I look for subjects to paint, I am drawn to and seek out that "moment of light" that illuminates and transforms ordinary things like rocks or buildings, and in this case, innertubes, turning them into something extraordinary. I also am captivated by bursts of color in the landscape that often present themselves, like a gift. I try to incorporate the same element of surprise in my painting.