Duval Island Drive Print

In 2020 I moved to Florida. I was in the midst of a terrible depressive episode and struggled to find an semblance of relief. I was in a strange place, feeling isolated and lost. I had to take action. Creative engagement has always been a coping mechanism for me and thus, I posed a challenge to myself. For 100 days, I would create a plein air painting everyday. This would distract me from my depressive thoughts, it would help me to physically move and I would get familiar with my new surroundings. I did succeed and the work helped anchor me to my new home. 'Duval Island Drive' is one piece in this series. This road and hill are on the direct path to my house; they are symbolic of my climb from the depths of a significant depressive episode up to the green, abundant landscape of the island. The sky is clear, wildlife and plants flourish, and my mental health is on the mend. I chose gouache, ink and watercolor for their quick drying properties. Plein air pieces are typically quick and smaller scale and need to be dried for transport relatively quickly. The matte finished piece is painted on 140 lb cotton rag Arches watercolor paper, Holbein gouache paints, Winsor & Newton watercolors, and Sakura micron pens. All materials are archival. Piece is NOT framed

Print:Giclee on Canvas

Size:16 W x 16 H x 1.25 D in

Size with Frame:17.75 W x 17.75 H x 1.25 D in

Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments.