Jewels of the Harbor
by Bonny Puckett
Title
Jewels of the Harbor
Artist
Bonny Puckett
Medium
Painting - Watercolor On 140lb Cold Pressed Paper
Description
As twilight descends, the harbor awakens with a quiet brilliance where boats, like glowing gems, stud the inky waters of the harbor.
The artist's skillful use of watercolor is revealed in the striking vibrancy and depth of color, achieved through multiple, meticulous layers and glazes. Each thin wash of pigment is allowed to dry before the next is applied, creating a luminous effect where light seems to pass through the build-up of color, intensifying the hues and giving each vessel an impossible inner radiance. The quality of the strokes varies from broad washes for the main forms to more refined applications for subtle details, with characteristic watercolor softening at edges lending to the ethereal quality.
The texture of the cold-press paper provides a subtle tooth that enhances pigment vibrancy and adds a delicate grit, preventing colors from appearing flat. In the water, wet-on-wet techniques allow the colors to softly blend and bleed, perfectly mimicking the fluid, shimmering quality of reflections at night.
This painting invites viewers to witness water's profound effect on light, darkness, and color, transcending a simple portrayal of boats to reveal a deeper artistic vision.
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May 24th, 2025
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