The attached art prints are of a couple of life guard stations on the South Carlsbad State Beach during the winter months. Carlsbad, California is in the northern part of San Diego County. Beach traffic is lighter during these cooler months and the life guard stations are open during peak hours only. I thought this look was interesting and decided to use a pointillism technique in creating these prints.
Pointillism is a painting technique that uses dots of paint to create an image. The technique was created in 1886 stemming from Impressionism style of painting. For more information: Wikipedia – Pointiliism.
I like using this style on certain scenes or subject matters as it creates a very soft and subtle look. The empty beach and the closed guard stations seemed like a great fit for this type of style.
Thoughts?
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These have a festive look to them, Kirt. I didn’t realize the stations would be that big. I’m used to seeing a lone high chair in the sand.
They are large and built very strong. I’m not use to seeing them empty. Most of our beach time when we lived there was weekends and crowded beaches. Love the picture that came to my mind with what you are use to seeing…..lol!!!
Excellent images, Kirt.
My favorite is #3 because it also shows the emptiness on the beach.
That’s one of my favorites also for the same reason….thanks for the feedback….have a great weekend!!
Interesting technique and images. I like them except for the dots in the sky.
It’s definitely different!! I appreciate the feedback. I’m always experimenting !! Have a great weekend!!
I appreciate and admire that you try so many different techniques Kirt.
I like this technique. It gives a surreal feel to the paintings, like in a dream.
Definitely different….thanks for stopping by and for the feedback! Have a great weekend!!
These pictures are very bright and colorful, Kirt 😀
Thank you very much Irene!! Have a great week!!
Wish you a great week too, Kirt.
Wow! That is a really cool technique, it looks fantastic!
Thanks Tiffany! I’ve played with the technique over the years and for me it works with certain “scenes”. Thanks for stopping by!! Have a great week!!
What an interesting effect! I particularly like the last two – they remind me of rainy days on the beach. 🙂
It is different…thanks for the feedback!! I appreciate you stopping by to the pointillism beach!!! 😀