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Experience the raw beauty of the Apostle Islands with "On The Rocks," a captivating mixed-media representational abstract painting by Madeline Island artist, Steve McHugh. This unique piece evokes the rugged elegance of Lake Superior, bringing the power of nature into your home. Visit stevemchugh.art to explore how Steve's professional dedication to the artistic interpretation of his stunning surroundings translates into an unforgettable visual experience. Elevate your space with a touch of the island's mystique and strength. "On The Rocks" is a representational abstract portraying a coastal scene with a large, textured rock formation in the foreground on the left side, rendered in warm brown and orange tones. The middle section of the painting features a vast expanse of water, depicted with layered shades of blue and green, giving a sense of depth and gentle movement. The horizon line is defined by a band of muted green, suggesting distant land or hills. Above the horizon, the sky is painted in pale blues and off-whites, with soft, wispy clouds scattered throughout. The overall composition conveys a tranquil seaside atmosphere through a harmonious blend of earthy and cool colors. This mixed media acrylic painting is on raw canvas and measures 60" x 48" and is unstretched, shipped in a tube with stretcher bars.

From Steven McHugh

  1. "Roots" by Steven McHugh, Image 3.

    "Roots"

    Mixed media oil on streched canvas

    60 x 48 x 2.5 in

  2. "Rocky Approach" by Steven McHugh, Image 1.

    "Rocky Approach"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panels

    12 x 12 x 1.5 in

  3. "Space Between" by Steven McHugh, Image 1.

    "Space Between"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panels

    15.5 x 11.5 x 1.5 in

  4. "Old Path" by Steven McHugh, Image 4.

    "Old Path"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panels

    10 x 29.25 x 1.5 in

  5. "Serene" by Steven McHugh, Image 3.

    "Serene"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panels

    11.75 x 48 x 1.5 in

  6. "Out My Back Door" by Steven McHugh, Image 1.

    "Out My Back Door"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panels

    18 x 18 x 1.5 in

  7. "Pond Side" by Steven McHugh, Image 4.

    "Pond Side"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panels

    13.5 x 9.75 x 1.5 in

  8. "Magic Moments" by Steven McHugh, Image 3.

    "Magic Moments"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panel

    9.75 x 13.5 x 1.5 in

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