Sunset Bliss

Much like the unpredictability of the ocean, Paul Kenton creates his seascape artworks with a spontaneous energy and fluidity that allows him to mimic the primal beauty of the sea. Rather than a still moment in time, Paul tries to capture a sequence of movements in his landscapes by “painting freely, and applying the paint fast, so that it will drip onto sections of the painting”. The result is a hypnotising and beautiful artwork similar to that of the Impressionist painters of the 19th century, who were praised by history for their art that captured the energy and atmosphere of landscapes.

Light has always been a key medium for Paul in his breath-taking landscapes; from lily ponds and mountain peaks, to bustling Parisian scenes and American avenues. This artwork forms part of Searching Light, a collection that celebrates the artist's extraordinary use of metal and light that bring two-dimensional artworks life. The metallic canvas of the artist's work has a transformative effect; in different lights, the paintings take on a new life – glowing one minute and shimmering the next.

“Light is everything: it creates form, shape and mood. I play with shadows to help create perspective, with the little areas of light drawing your eye into the piece.”- Paul Kenton.

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