Appealing Tides of Excess by Kimberly Marnell

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Kimberly Marnell
Appealing Tides of Excess
Watercolor
18 x 24 x 0 in
Signature: Bottom right side
$5,000

"Appealing Tides of Excess"
Watercolor on paper | 2024

This watercolor piece explores the paradox of abundance and waste, represented by an orange peeling as it reveals layers of excess. A girl floats within the orange, symbolizing both vulnerability and the delicate balance between human consumption and environmental impact. Set against the backdrop of the ocean, the painting evokes a sense of isolation amidst overwhelming resources, with the tides of excess washing away the potential for renewal. The piece calls attention to the destructive consequences of waste, highlighting the disconnect between nature's abundance and the degradation caused by overindulgence. Through the peeling orange and its symbolic meaning, the work reflects the fragility of the world’s resources and the urgent need for awareness and change.

Subject Matter: Landscape
Collections: Beyond the Shadows

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Hello and thank you for entering into my world of art. I'm Kimberly Marnell, a fine artist, photographer and videographer with over two decades of professional experience.

I draw inspiration from the experiences of my life and have been lucky to have lived all across North America, from the vibrant landscapes of New York to palm trees and sunsets in LA with many stops in between. This has directly and heavily influenced my work, infusing it with my personal spirituality. I value the people I have met, the landscapes I have seen, and it has always made it in my art in some way. It can be a reflection of life or it can be a reflection of where we could be going next.

In my latest project, painting powerful woman has helped me find the strength in me. This collection represents what I aspire to be or represent. Looking and hold a gaze that looks right at the viewer. This collection began in watercolor and color pencil multi media blend, but who knows what medium will speak to me for the next art piece.

Thank you for joining me on my artistic path. Your interest and support fuel my creativity as I continue to explore new horizons and share my experience with others.

Kimberly Marnell

Irvine, CA

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