Capturing the wild spirit of the Scottish coast, this expressive print brings to life the vivid and dynamic essence of West Sands, St Andrews. Swaths of blue dominate the upper portion of the piece, suggesting a vast sky that is at once tumultuous and invigorating. The white brushstrokes skitter across this expanse, evoking the brisk movement of clouds driven by unseen winds.
Below the sky, the sea is rendered with a kaleidoscope of blues and greens, their hues intermingling to reflect the natural variations in depth and movement of the water. The sea's surface shimmers with energy, hinting at the ebb and flow of the tides.
The shore is a symphony of colours—sandy yellows, muted oranges, and splashes of dark brown and black—suggestive of the sandy beaches that line the shore of West Sands. The colours are applied with an impasto technique, lending a tactile quality that invites the viewer to almost feel the granules of sand beneath their feet.
This print, steep in expressionistic style, is not simply a visual tribute to the landscape, but rather a sensory experience that encapsulates the raw beauty of Scottish beaches. With each stroke laden with emotion, it is a piece that transcends mere representation, becoming an artefact of the passion and drama that the Scottish coast inspires.
