As Summer continues here in Sarasota, the evenings have taken on a breathtaking rhythm of their own. Nearly every night, the Gulf horizon has been painted in hues of apricot, lavender and rose gold. The skies colors are so rich that they seem almost too vivid to be real.
At Palm Avenue Fine Art, we're constantly inspired by the natural beauty that surrounds us, and this summer's sunsets have been nothing short of extraordinary. It's no wonder that so many of our artists return again and again to the shoreline, capturing the fleeting brilliance of dusk with every brushstroke.
Locals and vistors alike pause along the bayfront, toes in the sand or perched on balconies, to take in the last light of day as it melts into the water.
In Bay View, EJ Paprocki captures a golden Sarasota evening with poetic warmth. It invites us down the winding path through palm-lined greenery. The use of oil brings a softness and luminosity to the sky as well, making it a timeless portrait of Sarasota's coastal charm, rendered with grace and serenity.
In Local Residents, Bill Farnsworth, offers a quiet glimpse of Florida beach life through a linen of palms standing sentinel at the water's edge. This plein air painting (dont during the 'Plein Air in Bloom' event in April) features rich blues and muted greens contrasting with soft golden tones, creating depth and a sense of fleeting afternoon light.
In a thoughtful study of light and texture, Farnsworth captures the unassuming beauty of Florida's shores.
As you move through this collection of coastal scenes, it's easy to be reminded of why we love Sarasota in the first place. It's the rhythm of the tides, the silhouettes of palms at dusk, the hush that falls as the sun slips below the horizon. Whether you're strolling Bayfront Park, catching the last light on Siesta Key, or simply admiring the works in the gallery, one thing is certain: here in Sarasota, the sunsets never disappoint.
