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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. "Autumnal Foliage" by Steven McHugh, Image 4.

    "Autumnal Foliage"

    Oil and cold wax on wood panel

    15 x 19.5 x 1.5 in

  2. "Beach Finds" by Steven McHugh, Image 2.

    "Beach Finds"

    Mixed Media acrylic on canvas

    24 x 24 x 2.5 in

  3. "Where The Sky Meets The Sea" by Steven McHugh, Image 4.

    "Where The Sky Meets The Sea"

    Oil and cold-wax on wood panel

    15.5 x 11.5 x 1.5 in

  4. "Look Out" by Steven McHugh, Image 1.

    "Look Out"

    Oil and cold wax on paper and paper mounted on wood panel

    9.75 x 13.5 x 1.5 in

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

    "Roots"

    Mixed media oil on streched canvas

    60 x 48 x 2.5 in

  6. "View From The Top" by Steven McHugh, Image 1.

    "View From The Top"

    Oil and cold wax on paper and paper mounted on wood panel

    14 x 21 x 1.5 in

  7. "World Within #2" by Steven McHugh, Image 4.

    "World Within #2"

    Mixed media oil and cold wax on wood panels

    12 x 16 x 1.5 in

  8. "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

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