This expanded version of Jan’s Windy Beach surprised me. Though inspired by the original, it quickly developed its own voice. The intensity of the king tides became the heart of the composition — strong, untamed, and alive.

Including multiple figures for the first time allowed me to explore movement in a new way. The sweep of their skirts carries the wind across the canvas, echoing the energy of the Pacific Northwest coast where I live. Seagulls dot the shoreline, aligning with my bird-focused theme this year and adding a quiet moment beyond the crashing waves.

At one point, the large clouds began competing with the waves for attention. I realized the true drama belonged to the ocean, so I softened and lightened the clouds considerably. That shift allowed the power of the water to remain the focus, where it felt most honest.

I’ve truly fallen in love with this piece. It feels less like a painting and more like an experience.

I used a 9 by 12 inch canvas board, and Golden Heavy Body acrylic paint for this piece. ‘King Tides,’ an original acrylic painting by DVD © 2026.

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