Smelt Sands-12" by 24" Oil on Board Original Oil Painting

This painting of Smelt Sands is an original piece of art, painted in oils by Paula Litchfield. Smelt Sands is the name of this painting and the rocky beach New Port, Oregon that inspired me with its beautiful crashing waves and sparkling sunlit rocks . My goal for this painting was to express the sparkle and power of this beautiful evening. I have been in love with painting landscapes around the world for many years. I see this painting hung on a white background to highlight its crisp fresh colors. The warm ochre undertones pair with the cool aqua, blue and turquoise to give balance and interest.
This painting catches the color and mood of a sunny evening on the Oregon Coast. Soft colors and movement in the brush strokes give a peaceful yet invigorating impression to the viewer.