Dear Collectors,
We're delighted to announce the arrival of two remarkable new works by Michael B. Karas. This stunning pairing reminds us that paradise might not be as far away as we think. With every glance, these pieces offer a quiet escape to the shoreline, a reminder of why we seek the coast and why we treasure the feeling of bringing it home.
Beachside Reverie by Michael B. Karas, 22.5 x 34.5 in, oil on canvas
A Love Letter to the Sea
These beachscapes, while contrasted in color and perspective, offer a glimpse into why we are drawn to the coast. White quartz sand and blue, foaming water remind us to slow down. The sun's descent across the horizon and the ocean's constant ebb and flow invite us to stand still and simply see.
My favorite aspect of Karas's work is its restraint. Both paintings portray the shoreline in perfect stillness, undisturbed by the presence of people or wildlife. The result is absolute tranquility. It isn't often that we have a stretch of sand all to ourselves, but these paintings preserve that rare feeling, allowing us to experience it each time we walk by.
Beach Paradise by Michael B. Karas, 24 x 30 in, oil on linen, mounted
Karas captures the sea in a way a camera never can. His paintings are more than faithful representations, they recreate the feeling of standing at the water's edge. Upon close viewing, one can almost hear the wind moving across the water and the gentle rhythm of the waves meeting the shore.
Perhaps that is why these works are so compelling. They don't merely depict the coast; they bring its atmosphere into the surrounding space, offering a sense of calm long after leaving the beach.
An Invitation
I would be remiss if I didn't urge you to experience these works in person. The brushstrokes, the subtle shifts in color, every nuance that makes these paintings so extraordinary can only be fully appreciated firsthand.
Beach Paradise and Beachside Reverie are currently on view in the gallery alongside an exceptional collection of original works. If you would like to schedule a private viewing or discuss either piece in greater detail, please don't hesitate to reach out.
We hope to welcome you soon.
About the Artist
Michael B. Karas is a nationally recognized marine and landscape artist with over 50 years of professional practice. A graduate of the New England School of Art and Design, his career began by depicting the coastlines of New England before settling in Florida, where he continues to find inspiration in the sea.
His powerful oil paintings have been compared to the masters Winslow Homer and Frederick Waugh. With 33 one-man shows and exhibitions across 24 American museums, Karas has established himself as one of the nation's finest marine painters. An elected Fellow of the American Society of Marine Artists since 2001, his work resides in over 3,500 private and corporate collections worldwide, including prestigious institutions and Fortune 500 companies.
Karas paints with a distinctive philosophy: "I love watching the sea. Over my lifetime as an artist, thousands of hours have been spent mesmerized by the sea's eternal rhythm." This dedication to patient observation translates into paintings that truly capture the spirit of being by the sea.