Blue Lake 2015 oil paint on cradled wood panel

"Blue Lake," a 2015 piece from the Horizon Series, stands out with its vivid azure palette on a 36" x 36" cradled wood panel. This artwork is a deep dive into the interplay between the vastness of the sky and the subtle movements of water. The bright blue expanse dominates the upper section of the square format, suggesting the open and infinite sky, while the textured strokes of the lower half evoke the gentle undulations of a lake's surface.

The use of blue, in various shades and intensities, creates a lively yet harmonious gradient, reminiscent of the sky meeting water at the horizon. The application of oil paint with sculptural techniques adds a tangible depth, giving the surface a rhythmic texture that mirrors the lake's natural rhythms.

The painting's design follows the sacred geometry of the golden rectangle, which is subtly incorporated into the lower portion of the canvas. This choice reflects the artist's architectural background and nods to classical and historical painting traditions, anchoring the modernist square format with a sense of timelessness.

"Blue Lake" encapsulates the essence of the Horizon Series, as it explores the changing interface between sky and water—spaces that are always present yet constantly shifting. Through this piece, the viewer is encouraged to reflect on the dualities of motion and stillness, the ephemeral and the eternal, as captured in the serene yet dynamic qualities of the horizon.