Original Geoffrey C. Smith Oil Painting
24"w x 36"h
 
This painting captures the striking presence of an anhinga perched against a luminous sky, inspired by a paddleboarding encounter where he was captivated by the bird’s bold silhouette against the brilliant light. Expressive palette knife strokes and rich, textured layers of paint bring the scene to life, blending deep blacks and whites in the anhinga’s plumage with a sky infused with pastel blues, pinks, and yellows. The weathered piling, glowing in warm earth tones, grounds the composition, while the dynamic brushwork evokes the movement of air and water. This piece is a vivid tribute to the quiet beauty of nature, transformed into a bold, contemporary expression of light, form, and texture.