Red Tides

The artist’s masterful use of watercolor captures the sensory essence of floating through an underwater world. Organic hard and soft corals merge into unique biomorphic forms, drawn directly from the artist’s time spent snorkeling. Fluid washes of deep ocean blues and vibrant pinks prioritize sensory experience over strict visual reality. Intricate linework defines the ridges of coral structures, while stark patches of unpainted white paper interrupt the vibrant composition. This intentional use of negative space points directly to the ecological reality of white bleaching, emphasizing the critical need to preserve the fragile life of the reef.