I just did this painting but my resource material was gathered over twenty years ago. Sometimes it takes me awhile to get around to doing a painting- though I must confess I did other versions of this scene some years ago.
At the present time, the original as well as reproductions are available from www.fineart america.com or link through my website.
...just a reminder for those folks nearby, April 21, is "Third Thursday" at East Ludington Gallery in Escanaba, MI. From 4:30 to 6:00 the artists of the gallery gather for snacks, beverages and great conversation. You are invited and can enjoy a special discount as well as be treated to a demonstration by Kay Eaton. I hope to see you there.
There is a proposed 90 million dollar resort going onto this little Island just 5 miles out from my backyard. The lighthouse has long since disappeared but when I painted this circa 1970 it was uninhabited, visited only by local boats for picnics, etc.
I'm an old fart (pardon me, senior citizen) who spends most of the time painting or trout fishing. Trout fishing takes me into some beautiful places, especially here in northeast Wisconsin, and I often think that next time I'll bring my paints and leave the fly rod at home, but then I realize I can paint at home but I can't catch trout there. You can find out more about my painting philosophy, background, etc. @ www.kenmarsden.com.