Black Beach by Marissa Kayne Saurer

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A dynamic winter landscape of Black Beach near Silver Bay Minnesota, full of swirling patterns and vivid colors. The sky is painted with bold strokes of light and dark blues, infused with curves that mimic the movement of clouds or the aurora borealis. This background creates a sense of motion and energy that intrigues the viewer.

Marissa Kayne Saurer
Black Beach
30 x 40 x 1.25 in (76.2 x 101.6 x 3.18 cm)
Framed: 32 x 42 x 2 in (81.28 x 106.68 x 5.08 cm)
Inv: 015
$1,000
Available

The snowy terrain contrasts beautifully with the sky, using bright whites and subtle blues to capture the reflective quality of snow. The reddish-brown cliffs and rocks introduce warmth and earthiness, balancing the composition and adding depth. The birch trees, with their distinctively textured bark, frame the scene elegantly, leading the eye towards the horizon where land meets Lake Superior.

This piece is commendable for its expressive use of color and movement, reminiscent of the dynamic brushwork characteristic of artists like Vincent van Gogh. The interaction between the elements suggests a winter scene alive with energy, emphasizing nature's beauty even in the coldest months. There's a compelling interplay between reality and abstraction, inviting introspection and emotional engagement.

Collections: Lake Superior, Landscapes

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Marissa has been a professional digital illustrator for decades. In early 2022 she transitioned primarily fine art through her works in oil painting, printmaking, and collage. She has continued her commercial work

exclusively in the local music scene creating album and CD art.

Her fine art practice, while a relatively new focus, has been there

bubbling in the background throughout her career intermittently. With a new commitment, she now dedicates the majority of her energy to her fine art practice. Her work is inspired by the northern beauty that we here in the North Woods are blessed to experience every day. Her art is also representative of the strong women who embrace the northern lifestyle, not only here in North America, but throughout the world.

Recent work includes work inspired by her trip to the Sápmi Lapland Region of Northern Sweden. With Sámi heritage herself,

she was honored to spend time with the Sámi People to learn and experience her culture in depth and gain a greater understanding of Sámi ways, and of course find creative inspiration to fuel her current work.

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Marissa Kayne Saurer

Gilbert, Minnesota

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