This is a memory of a trip I took down to south Florida at John Pennekamp State Park located in Key Largo, Florida Keys. It is the nation's first UNDERWATER park. This painting depicts the movement and energy of the sea, underwater, when the sun is shinning brightly over head. The waves in the ocean are constantly moving back and forth over the coral reefs and sea life that resides there. I love the nuances of the colors, the constant changing shapes that you experience while underwater, and the fascinating sea life as they continue the endless dance with the waves.

About the artist:

• Born in the south, I grew up in Tampa, and along the Gulf coast. I'm a fifth generation Floridian and love my Florida Cowboy roots. I remember taking long horse back rides along the Hillsborough River, in the backwoods of north Hillsborough county, in the old Florida orange groves, along clear springs, spring fed lakes, and black peat bottomed ponds. Since 1975, I have lived in the old South, in a very rural part of North Florida. Where the three beautiful rivers; the Suwannee, the Sante Fe and the crystal clear spring fed Ichnetucknee river, playfully crisscross live oak, wild cherrie, sweet gum, wild holly, pine forests and lonely state highways. My paintings reflect a love for the natural beauty I find when meandering down a lonely beach, a wooded path, swimming, floating or kayaking down the river. My desire is to bring that natural beauty to you in the form of a painting. Let the art whisper its' essence to you as you enjoy it's beauty. Enjoy the work, like a walk on the beach
• Or a drive in the country, renewing your spirit and calming your mind.