Tideglass

Encaustic and Silk on Unmounted Canvas 6' x 8' 2026 "Tideglass captures the luminous hues of sea glass—edges softened and surfaces smoothed by time—imagined as if an entire layer of this weathered glass has been gathered into the curve of a single, graceful wave. In this transformation, the inherent hardness of glass becomes something gentle and delicate, offering a quieter, more intimate expression of the ocean’s beauty. The undulating forms echo the natural movement of water, inviting a sensory experience of the ocean’s steady rhythm—its ebb and flow. Subtle shifts in color mirror the ever-changing tones of the sea, creating a sense of motion and quiet vitality within the piece. Each transition in hue recalls the layered translucency of sea glass, encouraging reflection on our connection to the natural world. Light and shadow move across the surface, alternating between opacity and translucence as the viewer’s perspective changes, bringing a sense of life and movement to the work. As a reflection on the ocean’s restorative presence, Tideglass offers a moment of stillness. It invites the viewer into a space of calm—an immersion in the quiet, flowing language of water and the enduring, transformative beauty of nature." -Lisa Moriarty