Step into a timeless moment of serene beauty with Sherree Valentine Daines’ mesmerising Romance on the River. Known for her distinctive ability to evoke emotion through art, Daines captures a scene that whispers of tranquillity and tender connection. This exquisite piece is a tribute to the gentle harmony between nature and human emotion, encapsulating the delicate dance of light and shadow that has become a hallmark of her work.
Within this intimate composition, a couple relaxes in a beautifully detailed boat adorned with vibrant colours that reflect in the water’s gentle ripples. The woman’s parasol, a traditional symbol of elegance and leisure, casts delicate patterns of light and shade across her face, enhancing the scene’s romantic allure. Beside her, the man, donned in a classic straw hat, looks on with a soft expression, embodying the quiet joy of shared solitude.
Daines’ adept use of colour is showcased through her expert blending of greens and blues, reflecting the idyllic surroundings of the riverbank. The lush vegetation in the background envelops the couple, creating a sense of seclusion and intimacy. Her brushstrokes, both delicate and purposeful, capture the subtleties of light dancing across the surface of the water, lending the piece a lifelike quality that invites viewers to lose themselves in the moment.
Rich in narrative, Romance on the River speaks to the universal themes of love and connection. This piece serves as both a celebration of life’s quiet pleasures and a reminder of the timeless nature of romantic moments shared in nature’s embrace. It evokes a sense of nostalgia, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in memories of their own cherished experiences.
| Medium: | |
| Format: | Canvas |
| Size (Framed): | 40 x 60 cm |
| Size (Unframed): | 30 x 40 cm |
| Signed: | Yes |
| Limited Edition: | Edition 39 of 195 |
Sherree Valentine Daines is one of the best-known contemporary British artists. Born in 1956 in Effingham, Valentine Daines grew up in an artistic family. She worked as a legal secretary before taking a degree in art at the Epsom School of Art and Design.
Valentine Daines began receiving attention – and awards – for her work as soon as she finished her education, and has seen tremendous success in her field since. Many well-known individual collectors, as well as institutions with notable collections of their own, have purchased her work. She has also completed commissioned portraits of many celebrities.
In addition to private sales and commissions, Valentine Daines has had her work displayed at institutions such as the Tate, The Barbican, and the Royal Society of British Artists.
The respect and admiration for Valentine Daines’ work has only grown over the 35 years of her career. She was recently named Artist in Residence to the Three Ocean Liners, known as Cunard’s Three Queens, and has continued to appear in publications and other media on a regular basis.
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