Watercolor on Canvas
24” x 48”
Status: Available
“Beach Day” expands the coastal subject into a wider, more immersive format, that captures the openness and rhythm of time spent at the edge of the water.
I wanted the horizontal scale to capture the experience of being at the shore— through movement across the space and shifting light in an overcast sky. Built through layered washes and controlled transitions, the composition balances a brooding atmosphere with the structure we experience meeting where land and sea meet.
I believe the scale and presence of this piece allows it to anchor your space—bringing a sense of calm, openness, and connection to the coast into your space.
Each original painting is developed through a deliberate process that emphasizes surface, material, and longevity.
Each work is created using professional-grade watercolor pigments on either prepared canvas or archival 100% cotton rag watercolor paper. The chosen substrate supports the character of the piece while ensuring long-term stability.
For paintings on canvas, the surface is built gradually through multiple layers of gesso, creating a smooth and controlled foundation. A watercolor ground is then applied in several thin layers, with careful sanding between each application to achieve a refined painting surface. This process allows the watercolor to retain its subtlety while adhering securely to the canvas.
For works on paper, the painting is executed on archival 100% cotton rag watercolor paper. Once complete and signed, the work is mounted to a cradled wood panel using an archival PVA adhesive, providing both stability and a clean, contemporary presentation.
Each painting is then sealed with an archival spray varnish to protect the surface while preserving its tonal qualities.
All original paintings are finished in a solid maple floating frame and arrive ready to install. Each piece is carefully packaged in weather-resistant materials and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying the work.
Each painting is a singular work, shaped through both observation and process, and intended to endure as part of a lasting collection.
This Piece is currently displayed at the Starry Night Gallery in Daytona Beach, FL. If you are interested in purchasing this piece, Please contact the gallery at:
Starry Night Gallery
516-458-9588
starrynightgallery168@gmail.com
Or, if you prefer, I can also coordinate with them if you reach out to me at:
David Neal McPhee
802 585 6985
Watercolor on Canvas
24” x 48”
Status: Available
“Beach Day” expands the coastal subject into a wider, more immersive format, that captures the openness and rhythm of time spent at the edge of the water.
I wanted the horizontal scale to capture the experience of being at the shore— through movement across the space and shifting light in an overcast sky. Built through layered washes and controlled transitions, the composition balances a brooding atmosphere with the structure we experience meeting where land and sea meet.
I believe the scale and presence of this piece allows it to anchor your space—bringing a sense of calm, openness, and connection to the coast into your space.
Each original painting is developed through a deliberate process that emphasizes surface, material, and longevity.
Each work is created using professional-grade watercolor pigments on either prepared canvas or archival 100% cotton rag watercolor paper. The chosen substrate supports the character of the piece while ensuring long-term stability.
For paintings on canvas, the surface is built gradually through multiple layers of gesso, creating a smooth and controlled foundation. A watercolor ground is then applied in several thin layers, with careful sanding between each application to achieve a refined painting surface. This process allows the watercolor to retain its subtlety while adhering securely to the canvas.
For works on paper, the painting is executed on archival 100% cotton rag watercolor paper. Once complete and signed, the work is mounted to a cradled wood panel using an archival PVA adhesive, providing both stability and a clean, contemporary presentation.
Each painting is then sealed with an archival spray varnish to protect the surface while preserving its tonal qualities.
All original paintings are finished in a solid maple floating frame and arrive ready to install. Each piece is carefully packaged in weather-resistant materials and includes a certificate of authenticity verifying the work.
Each painting is a singular work, shaped through both observation and process, and intended to endure as part of a lasting collection.
This Piece is currently displayed at the Starry Night Gallery in Daytona Beach, FL. If you are interested in purchasing this piece, Please contact the gallery at:
Starry Night Gallery
516-458-9588
starrynightgallery168@gmail.com
Or, if you prefer, I can also coordinate with them if you reach out to me at:
David Neal McPhee
802 585 6985
