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Jonathan SpeedCalm Seas-original abstract seascape-ocean painting for sale-contemporary Art2025
2025
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This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online.
Jonathan Speed's "Calm Seas" invites viewers into a serene realm where the boundaries between land, sky, and sea blur in a mesmerizing dance of color and form. Executed with acrylic on canvas, this original abstract landscape painting captures the essence of tranquility with effortless grace.
At first glance, the viewer is greeted by a soothing expanse of calm blue seas stretching endlessly towards the horizon. The surface of the water reflects the gentle hues of the sky above, creating a seamless transition between the two elements. The horizon line is crisp and clear, offering a sense of stability amidst the fluidity of the scene.
In the distance, a dim sun hangs low on the horizon, casting a soft glow that bathes the entire canvas in warm, golden light. Its presence is understated yet essential, imbuing the atmosphere with a quiet sense of serenity and anticipation.
Speed's mastery of color is evident in the carefully chosen palette dominated by various shades of blue. From the deep, indigo depths of the ocean to the pale, ethereal tones of the sky, every hue harmonizes to evoke a sense of peacefulness and tranquility.
The abstract nature of the painting allows for interpretation and introspection, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world and contemplate their own relationship to it. Whether seen as a literal depiction of a serene seascape or as a metaphor for inner calm and stillness, "Calm Seas" resonates with a sense of timeless beauty and harmony.
Signed by the artist, this stunning artwork is ready to be displayed and cherished in any space. For those seeking to bring a touch of serenity into their lives, "Calm Seas" is available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art in Chelsea and online, offering the opportunity to own a piece of artistic tranquility.
Artist Biography:
Jonathan Speed is a contemporary artist based in London.
His work is inspired by the beauty and diversity of the natural environment and provides a unique interpretation of the dynamic relationship between earth, water and sky. His ability to capture the essence and drama of these elements, in particular their reaction to light, captivates the observer. Working in oil, he produces paintings full of atmosphere and a projection of vast open space. His work features landscapes set at dusk with the setting sun and brooding shadows of mountains as well as energetic seascapes of cresting waves. Jonathan excels at capturing the moment, a skill he developed from his passion for photography. He travels as often as he can to revel in unspoilt, empty landscapes and has a particular passion for depicting the genteel English countryside as well as the raw, untamed continent of Africa. Jonathan has been described as ‘a tour-de-force of controlled fine application of colour, vigorous expressionistic highlights and tonal blending’. His style is of the contemporary English tradition for highly worked canvases and draws inspiration from the works of past masters, such as Turner, Whistler and Courbet, with their skilful use of light and atmospheric qualities.
- Creator:Jonathan Speed (1981, British)
- Creation Year:2025
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Gallery Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU468316398672
Jonathan Speed
Jonathan Speed is an artist and photographer based in London. He has been described as a tour-de-force of controlled fine application of color, vigorous expressionistic highlights and tonal blending. Speed's style is of the contemporary English tradition for highly worked canvases and draws inspiration from the works of past masters, such as Turner, Whistler and Courbet, with their skillful use of light and atmospheric qualities. Working in oil, he produces paintings full of atmosphere and a projection of vast open space. Speed's work features landscapes set at dusk with the setting sun and brooding shadows of mountains as well as energetic seascapes of cresting waves. He excels at capturing the moment, a skill he developed from his passion for photography. He travels as often as he can to revel in unspoiled, empty landscapes and has a particular passion for depicting the genteel English countryside as well as the raw, untamed continent of Africa.
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