{"product_id":"what-lies-beneath","title":"What Lies Beneath","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eMy paintings start with a pencil sketch followed by layers of watercolor until the saturation and tones are where I want them… and then comes the India Ink. Sometimes I can spend as many hours at this stage as I did in the painting itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis piece is waxed with a cold medium wax used to seal watercolors when it is desired to NOT use glass when framing. It is still recommended to avoid overly moist environments as well as to not hang in a spot that gets a lot of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eI made a discover over the summer and that was that the quality of the watercolor canvases had drastically improved since the last time that I had used them. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eWhat Lies Beneath\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eIn \"What Lies Beneath,\" the focal point of the composition isn't the ship itself but rather the dynamic interaction between the vast expanse of the ocean's surface and the hidden depths below. Positioned on the distant horizon, the silhouette of a ship emerges, its presence hinted at by the subtle play of light and shadow against the tumultuous waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eThe true protagonist of the painting lies beneath the surface of the water, where an enormous and wild octopus commands attention with its graceful and sinuous movements. Rendered with exquisite detail, the octopus's tentacles twist and turn in a mesmerizing dance, their intricate patterns and textures coming to life through the artist's skillful use of watercolor and ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eAbove, the waves roil and churn with an almost palpable energy, conveying a sense of motion and turbulence that echoes the dynamic nature of the ocean itself. Each brushstroke captures the ebb and flow of the water, from the frothy whitecaps that crest and break to the deep indigo hues that fade into the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eDespite the ship's distant position, its presence serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's enduring relationship with the sea. It represents the spirit of exploration and adventure, a vessel poised to chart a course into the unknown depths of the ocean. Yet, it also serves as a humble reminder of the vastness and mystery of the natural world, a reminder that there are still countless secrets waiting to be discovered beneath the waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eThrough \"What Lies Beneath,\" the artist invites viewers to contemplate the beauty and complexity of the ocean ecosystem, encouraging them to consider the hidden wonders that lie just beneath the surface of the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WaterPlusInk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52211828621611,"sku":"SQ0438259","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/waterplusink-2.myshopify.com\/products\/what-lies-beneath","provider":"WaterPlusInk Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}