Description

This artwork captures a mermaid gliding through the sea as she swims toward the familiar silhouette of Point Cartwright Lighthouse, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia on the horizon. Viewed as from Mooloolaba and originally painted en plein air, the scene is presented in a split perspective, revealing both the world above the water and the quiet, luminous space beneath the surface.

Originally painted on a 16 × 20 inch canvas using watercolour, the composition leans into a slightly abstract, expressive style. Beneath the waterline, loose blocks of colour represent the shifting light filtering through the sea, creating a sense of movement and depth. The mermaid moves through this underwater glow, her form suggested with fluid, painterly strokes that give the piece a dreamlike quality.

Above the water, the lighthouse stands as a distant landmark, grounding the scene in a real coastal location. The surface of the ocean is marked by a playful, squiggly line indicating the crest of a breaker, visually separating the two worlds while reinforcing the rhythm and motion of the sea.

The contrast between the structured horizon above and the luminous, abstract colour below creates a piece that feels both imaginative and coastal in spirit. It evokes the feeling of swimming beneath rolling waves while looking toward a familiar shoreline.

Ideal for ocean lovers, mermaid enthusiasts, coastal homes, or anyone drawn to art that blends local landmarks with a touch of whimsy and imagination.

Delivered as an instant digital download, ready to print in a range of sizes for wall art, cards, or creative projects.