Lucid Tides

Lucid Tides went through several colour variations before I settled on the final palette. I wanted the painting to feel dreamlike and immersive, while also capturing the way light dances and shifts beneath the water's surface. Finding the right balance of colours took time and experimentation, as each version created a completely different mood.

Rather than aiming for photographic realism, I chose to interpret the underwater ripples and reflections in my own style. The water patterns flowing across the figure's face and body are inspired by real light distortions, but are simplified and exaggerated to create a more ethereal, surreal atmosphere. The vibrant blues, violets, and glowing highlights help blur the line between reality and imagination, inviting the viewer into a space that feels both familiar and dreamlike.