‘Porthcurno Power’ 
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Acrylic on canvas  
Size: 100 x 100cm (including box tray white frame)   
 
This painting conveys the raw drama of the sea at Porthcurno, where a huge swell dominates the scene and tiny, brave surfers are caught within its force. 
The composition is swept up in movement: layers of blue and white surge across the canvas, the brushwork loose and fluid, capturing the restless momentum of water. The scale of the wave feels immense, filling the space with energy and weight, while the surfers are reduced to small, almost fragile figures within it. Their presence gives perspective, reminding us of the courage — and vulnerability — of entering the ocean at such a moment. 
 
The palette, built from shifting tones of deep indigo, turquoise, and bright highlights, heightens the sense of light dancing across turbulent water. There is both exhilaration and danger here, a meeting of beauty and power. 
Rather than simply describing a wave, the painting captures an experience: the awe of nature’s force, the daring of those who face it, and the fleeting balance between human fragility and the ocean’s vast strength. 
 
This painting is beautifully presented in a white tray frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent condition.  
 
Born in 1974, Nicky Knill-Jones is a passionate artist whose work celebrates the dynamic interplay of light, colour, and the natural world. Through her photography and paintings, she captures the beauty and energy of ever-changing landscapes, focusing on the dramatic coastlines of Cornwall and Devon. Fascinated by the sea, weather fronts, cloud formations, and expansive skies, Nicky’s art reflects her deep connection to nature. Her work conveys the raw power and fleeting moments of the natural world, where bold, fresh, and instinctual brushstrokes bring her vision to life. Each painting is characterful, imbued with the emotion and vitality of her surroundings. A graduate of Kingston University, where she studied Art, Nicky has been painting since her early years. Over time, she has honed her skills and developed a distinctive style, working both from her studio and en plein air, immersing herself in the landscapes she loves to portray. With a keen eye for detail and a unique ability to convey movement and atmosphere, Nicky Knill-Jones creates works that resonate deeply with her audience, offering a glimpse into the untamed beauty of the British coastline.