Glimmer Tide

Inspiration:
A calm Caribbean evening where the setting sun paints liquid gold across teal water—captured in the reference photo. Focus on the rhythmic rise-and-fall of small swells as light skims their crests, then sinks into sapphire depths. Evokes a meditative and gently dynamic feel; invites the viewer to feel the quiet pull of tide and the transient sparkle of last light on water.

Visual & Form:
• Layered plaster folds mimic overlapping ripples; deepest troughs hold cool indigo, while raised edges flash pearlescent aqua.
• Diagonal flow guides the eye from lower left (shadowed water) toward an implied horizon of warm light.

Palette & Finish:
• Base: blue and teal acrylic
• Highlights: pearl-white and gold glaze brushed onto ridge tops to echo sun-glints.
• Satin varnish infused with interference blue-green mica creates a subtle shimmer that shifts as viewers move—replicating sunlight dancing on waves.

Medium & Size:
Plaster relief on wire mesh ·Textured paste · layered acrylic & iridescent glazes · 18 x 24 in