Moored on the River by Jani Lori

PLEIN AIR 8x10 oil on wood panel

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Marine Art by Sharon Guy

Boats in the Bay, oil on canvas, 20 in. x 16 in.

I used my plein air studies from Sarasota Bay as a source for a larger painting. To see more of my art, visit Sharon Guy Art.

Plein Air Study from Sarasota Bay

Sarasota Bay, Oil on panel, 7 in. x 5 in.

I did a couple of small studies of boats on Sarasota Bay. I noticed the contrast between the dark rocks and the sparkling water. The more I paint water, the more I realize what a complex subject it is. Water, light, and reflections become the most important part of the painting for me. More of my art can be seen at Sharon Guy Art.

Rosita, Tropical Oil with Boat, Water, Island by Judy Batterson

Pthalo blue and pthalo green made the perfect combination to paint the color of the waters at the southern tip of Florida and beyond. The boat, named Rosita, is anchored while people go island hopping. I love to visit the Keys and see the color of the water! Using a professional photo to enhance my memory of the color, I painted this in my friend Kaye's studio. She gave me helpful tips to capture the movement in the water. Sometimes it's nice to paint together and share ideas with other artists.
9 x 11 oil on canvas. www.judybatterson.com

Seascapes and Boats

Tranquil, Oil on panel, 9 in. x 7 in.

I continue to work on plein air seascapes, and I keep looking for locations with boats. This was painted on a very tranquil, cool morning. It was the first time that I was able to keep painting outside for several hours without wilting from the heat. The light on the water and on sides of the boats is what attracted me the most while I studied this scene. My website is at Sharon Guy Art.