Sea & Sky study (Oil on Canvas) ~~William Weith
The oceanscapes in my new home are amazingly restful, peaceful, and soothing. This is the view from my deck looking out to sea. The little island I live on sits atop a coral reef which extends several miles out into the Atlantic. The outside of this massive reef breaks the big waves before they come near the island. The clear, bright aquamarine waters inside the reef are shallow, protected and astoundingly beautiful.
For me, the Lower Keys are all about the Sun, the Sky, and the Sea—simplicity itself.
Accordingly, I wanted to keep my painting gear simple, so I used only a painting knife and one blending brush. I enjoy painting with the knife, as it’s marks add vibrance and energy to any piece, and the thick impasto strokes provide for some interesting textures.
This isn’t a formal painting, just a quick study of sea and sky in my new home. There really is something special about island life and the rhythms of the tides, sun, moon and stars. Such a great source for artistic creativity.
