Bright Day - Atlantic Puffins

1977

Bright Day - Atlantic Puffins

Acrylic on Masonite

18” x 24”

  • Year1977
  • MediumAcrylic on Masonite
  • Dimensions18” x 24”
  • OrientationLandscape

I wanted to catch the feeling of a bright and breezy summer day. The puffins make me think of old-time British sailors, and the colour of their bills reminds me of the nautical flags and bunting decorating the sailing ships.

Edition Details

Print Notes

18.25" x 24"

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