Scarlet Serenade Seascape During the Jawarranyji (storm time)

During the Jawarranyji (storm time) buildup and before the wet season sets in there are some amazingly still days when the ocean looks like a mirror

It serves as a reminder to appreciate the simple yet profound beauty that surrounds us

Dip Eat repeat

where the cows were just as interested in us as we were in them

This requires special techniques and a canvas manufactured for the purpose

Scarlet Serenade Seascape During the Jawarranyji (storm time)Scarlet Serenade was inspired by my love of lilies a flower I return to often for its elegance, strength, and quiet sensuality. I wanted the blooms to feel as though they were emerging from softness, almost melting into nothingness, held gently by atmosphere rather than form. This painting began entirely in oils, which at the time was a new and intuitive experience for me. I allowed the background to remain fluid and unresolved, creating a sense of