Ocean View
by Garnett Thompson
Acryllic paint, glazing medium, plywood, masonite, wood glue
The landform in the foreground is laminated plywood, that was clamped together, then cut after drying, and resurfaced with a grinder. To me, it reminds me of many familiar landscapes, such as Monument Valley or images of the Sphinx, or Camel Rock. I created the foreground, which reminded me of a desert landform, which made me think of Santa Fe, once under water, and that inspired the background.
And when I look at it now, I can see the scene expanded beyond this small window and imagine the horizon spreading out in the twilight. This makes me feel calm.
copyright 2012
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About the Moderator
Magdalena Karlick
Magdalena is the moderator of the online Art Gallery and Paintsplash for Southwestern College. She is also an adjunct faculty member at the college in the Art Therapy program. Magdalena is a therapist at Youth Shelters in Santa Fe, working with Art, Sandplay, and relationship focused techniques with families, adults, teens, and children.
Magdalena is the moderator of the online Art Gallery and Paintsplash for Southwestern College. She is also an adjunct faculty member at the college in the Art Therapy program. Magdalena is a therapist at Youth Shelters in Santa Fe, working with Art, Sandplay, and relationship focused techniques with families, adults, teens, and children.
