#6 rock study. I loved painting this little scene, it’s of a place along the coast in Maine – seeing an inlet fogged in is not unusual to see in this part of Maine.
Island Cove Rocks, an oil pastel (4×6) is of a place located in Westport Island, ME, a small coastal town mid-Maine. It’s one of the idyllic, quaint places that no one would be exists today – ah, but it does and all things good, I loved going there to meet with clients. This scene reminds me so much of where I used to live in Maine – always socked in with fog, chilly oh so chilly, and the massive slabs of rock angling downward is a signature mark of glacial slit and melting ice sliding and scraping the earth from millions of years ago.
I kept this scene quiet, void of bright or vibrant colors as the fog colors everything in a dull gray. The surface is Mi-Teintes gray-tinted pastel paper using mainly Sennelier oil pastels, with clay shapers and foam insulation to move the OPs around.
Island Cove Rocks
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I love this. I makes me believe that I’ve been there, spent hours, when I know I haven’t. Beautiful.
Thanks Elena, it is a special place – being fogged in gives the feeling of seclusion and a peacefulness.
Are you tired of me yet? I can’t believe I have missed so many of your blogs. This one is great. You really captured the peacefulness of the site. I love how you did the tree with the very light greens on the edge. That really makes the piece pop.
Thanks Kerry – this is such a special scene and so typical of Maine coastline. Also ready framed, husband loved it – think it made him homesick.
What a lovely part of the world! As usual, Mary, you bring it to life 🙂
Thank you Jo – it’s a quiet area that is filled with incredible beauty.
What a lovely painting.
Thank you Lady!
Your love for Maine shines through. When this post showed up on my reader I saw the painting (didn’t glance at the text) and said to myself, “This must be Maine.” I have only been to Maine once so I was pleased to find I was right. It’s a beautiful, beautiful part of the US.
How cool Gallivanta, it’s such a compliment to read that you knew the area before it was revealed! I’m thrilled – this is a typical, but beautiful scene along the coast. Thanks so much!
I love your art works dear Mary, another beautiful one. Thanks and Love, nia
Thank you Nia for your special note!
This one is more favorite than my last. This one is truly special and is definitely my favorite.
Thank you very much Dorann!
Oh Mary, Maine is such a great place for me. Since I’m familiar with central Maine, including the coast, I’m curious to know more about Island Cove. You certainly capture the color and texture of the Maine rocks pretty well. And the fog too.
Hi Evelyne, thank you very much! I named the scene here Island Cove, but it’s actually within Westport Island, ME – it’s a wonderful coastal town, picturesque with a wonderful bridge leading into the town (island).
I know where it is! Gorgeous area, indeed.
Beautiful Mary! Absolutely beautiful! Love the fog and the muted tones. You hit it it out of the park, yet again.
Thanks Rhonda, I really appreciate your feedback and thoughts on this painting – means a lot.
Mary,
for me, my favourite so far – this is subtle and seamlessly toned and gives an air of relaxation and peace. i LOVE it.
Best wishes
john
Thank you John for your generous comments, I’m glad you enjoyed the piece.
A relaxing view. Peaceful and calm. Quiet.
Thanks Susan!
Lovely! Such a peaceful piece.
Thank you Jess!
There is a calmness and serenity in this painting. It’s done so well, Mary. 🙂 xx
Thank you so much Marina, you know how to make my day. I’m glad you are enjoying the quietness of a beautiful place that I used to call home. Hope you are having a wonderful evening.
I can vouch for it…these are real Maine rocks….nice work, Mary!
Ah Cynthia, thank you! I have several more scenes from Maine, one is the cove we used to live off of. There is nothing more relaxing or enjoyable than to sit by the quiet shores of Maine and enjoy the way life should be. Thanks for recognizing Maine Rocks, such a compliment coming from a “Mainer!”
Actually, I usually refer to myself as a “Maineiac”. 🙂