This painting captures the raw energy and atmospheric tension of the Atlantic Ocean as a hurricane approaches. Based on an original photograph, layers of encaustic medium have been applied to heighten the sense of movement and depth, evoking the churning sea and the heavy, moisture-laden sky. The wax layers create a hazy, almost ethereal effect, softening the horizon while enhancing the turbulence of the waves. Subtle textures and tonal variations mimic the swirling winds and mist, immersing the viewer in the anticipation of the impending storm. The result is a hauntingly beautiful fusion of photography and encaustic painting, conveying both the power and the fragility of nature.