Studio Update: Coastal Floral Commission in Progress
Studio Update It’s been a busy first few months back in the studio, and I’ve been diving into a new commission that I’m really excited about! This piece is shaping up to be a blend of coastal scenery and abstract florals , bringing together different elements for a summery, light-filled effect. I’ve only just started it — spending about two to three hours so far — but even in these early stages, it’s already feeling wonderfully summery and bright. There’s something special about starting a piece from scratch and watching it slowly take shape on the canvas. Here’s a little sneak peek of the progress so far: Behind the Story This piece is a little homage to my grandfather, who was also a painter. He had a deep love for sea and landscape scenes, and I have such fond memories of watching him work as a child — mesmerized as he applied paint to the canvas and taught me the basics of composition and layering to create depth. He was my first teacher and opened my eyes to the world o...