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An Acrylic Painting of three Bottlenose Dolphins

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RIDING THE WAVES

12" x 16"
​Completed July 2018
Ray from the USA, had purchased a couple of my works of art back in the early 2000's and requested a bespoke piece of art to be hung alongside other aquatic themed pictures he had on his wall. He allowed me to choose the composition and I spent some time creating the reference image. The reference was created from numerous photos, with a mock-up being created in an editing program. The customer was provided with a few mock ups and he selected the one he liked the best.
Acrylic painting of three bottlenosed dolphins leaping above the waves
Completed painting

I find it fulfilling to create paintings depicting wildlife or landscapes, as it allows me the freedom to experiment with different compositions and colours. I spent considerable time adjusting the tones and details in the water until I was satisfied with the final result, which looked better than the photo I used as a reference. It was an enjoyable and rewarding process.

Building up the early layers of an acrylic painting of leaping dolphins
Building up the initial layers of the water

After carefully considering his options, Ray ultimately decided against ordering a frame for his stunning acrylic painting. Instead, he opted to visit a local framer to choose a moulding that would perfectly complement the piece personally. However, in the meantime, I took it upon myself to display the painting in a spare studio frame. By doing this, I wanted to showcase just how much of an impact the right frame can have on a piece of art's overall appearance and aesthetic. From the selection of colours to the style of the frame itself, every detail can make a difference. Ray decided not to order a frame for the painting, as he wanted to choose one with a local framer. However, I used a spare studio frame to display the acrylic painting. This helps to showcase how the selection of particular styles and colours can enhance the appearance of the final artwork.

Acrylic painting of three bottlenosed dolphins in a white frame

Customer Testimonial

"  The dolphin painting is absolutely gorgeous!!! It is impossible to thank you enough! 
It's astounding beauty makes the piece worthy of International Exposition. 
You have talent beyond comprehension and I have been fortunate enough to see it firsthand on many occasions!
       May Your Every Wish & Dream Come True! 
With Greatest Admiration,
  "

​R.P Reis
New York

Giclee print of Bottlenosed dolphin acrylic painting

Buy a Giclee Print

Even though the original painting has sold, you can still purchase giclee prints. I offer a giclee print option with a pre-sized mount that fits a standard frame for your convenience. You can choose A4, suitable for a 12" x 16" frame, or A3, which fits a 16" x 20" frame.

I only have one A4 print in stock. If you're interested in getting extra prints, each one is custom-made and may take up to 10 days to arrive.

A4 - £55.00*
​A3 - £70.00*


* ​Prices include free postage within the UK. If you are outside the UK and would like to make a purchase, please request a quote before placing your order.

Commission your own portrait

If you're interested in a custom portrait of a specific wildlife scene or any other subject, you can visit my commissions page or send me an email at: ​karenmberisfordart@gmail.com to share your ideas for the portrait.
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