Jo Bemis

Jo Bemis has a lifelong affinity for the ocean, drawing inspiration from her Isle of Wight upbringing. Her marine paintings encapsulate the dynamic spirit of the British coastline, focusing on the allure and power of moving water. Capturing the windswept north coast of Cornwall, with its captivating, ever-changing Atlantic vistas, has been her recent muse.

Jo's creative process involves extensive observation and pre-painting sketches, often conducted atop wind-swept cliffs, capturing the sea's energy as tides shift. Using charcoal and pastels, she records tones and hues, embracing these mediums to convey the fluidity of water and natural landscapes in her sketchbooks. While photography aids her art, sketching remains paramount, imbuing her work with an indelible 'feeling.'

Exploring the sea as a subject is a constant fascination and artistic challenge for Jo, as she seeks to portray its ever-evolving moods through her marine paintings.

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