Moody Seascape, The Spit, Gold Coast

Key Takeaways: 

• I painted fast, relying mostly on instinct.
• I took advantage of visible brushwork to inject energy into the painting.
• I started with dark colors, then worked lighter towards the end.
• With the waves, it's important to simplify all the "noise". I looked for the few key details, contours, and edges that convey the most meaning. I simplified the rest.
• To convey the illusion of light in the distance, I needed to ensure the surrounding colors were dark enough. It's all about contrast.
• Simple compositions have their own challenges. You need to work harder to create an interesting painting.