The East Neuk of Fife has been an area of much fascination for me for fifteen years or so. As an artist, I could not feel more visually stimulated than when I am there! This painting is composed of contrasting zones, set out in relation to the bold serpentine curve of the seawall. The linear sky, the busy abstraction of the fishing gear and the quirky cottages and boats are all harmonised by an autumnal palette. The painting is also peppered with bright accent colours that are commonplace in working harbours. This draws our attention to the middle zone and accentuates the generous curves further. The water is the quietest area of the painting- a resting place for the eye. Yet this area perhaps has the most impact, having been treated to a lavish application of 24 carat gold. The leaf highlights the varied underlying surface of the painting and lends a warm glow that shifts with the light or as we pass by.
Lavish, Mixed Media with Gold Leaf on Linen, Framed Size 153 x 153 cm, £9720
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