
SOLD to a private collector in Somerton
Oil on cradled board 60x76x5cm
Crisp Morning Air
A quiet tension unfolds in Crisp Morning Air, where rugged terrain meets the hush of sky. The left side of the canvas bristles with earthy textures—ochre, umber, and chalky white—suggesting wind-scoured cliffs or frost-bitten stone. These tactile forms dissolve into a pale, serene expanse of blue and grey, evoking mist, breath, and the stillness of early light. The composition balances weight and openness, grounding the viewer in a moment of elemental clarity. It’s a painting that holds the silence before movement, the pause before day begins.
From a series of works that were inspired by early morning walks along the t coastal path in winter
Ref: 26/05