‘Tides’  
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Acrylic on canvas  
Size: 76 x 100cm
 
'Tides' is a contemplative and atmospheric seascape that captures the quiet grandeur of the Cornish coastline. With a palette of cool blues, soft whites, and muted greys, the artist evokes the ever-changing rhythms of the sea under a gentle, overcast sky. 
The painting’s surface is alive with fluid, expressive brushwork, where sea and sky merge in a harmonious dance of light and movement. The horizon is delicately suggested, allowing distant landforms to emerge subtly from the mist, enhancing the sense of depth and openness. The water is rendered in an abstract yet intuitive manner, with sweeping strokes that suggest both motion and stillness—echoing the ebb and flow of the tides. 
Inspired by solitary walks along the Cornish coast, the artist sought to capture the emotional resonance of the sea rather than its literal form. The painting reflects moments of quiet reflection, where the vastness of the ocean meets the intimacy of personal experience. The shifting light, the rhythm of the waves, and the enveloping mist all serve as metaphors for memory, transition, and the passage of time. Tides is not just a landscape—it is a meditation on nature’s ability to soothe, stir, and inspire. This piece showcases a masterful balance between realism and abstraction, inviting viewers to experience the coast through feeling as much as sight.  
 
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.