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@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 13, 2026, 11:00 AM

Key West — 7:00 AM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.4°F
🌊 Rising tide · H 12:18 PM 2.0 ft · L 5:40 PM 0.7 ft

@clydeinkeywest.bsky.social Sep 13, 2026, 5:59 AM

Jeff Lucas's Art
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This artist, who has called Key West and the Florida Keys home for years,expresses their connection to the area through captivating watercolor paintings.
#KeyWest #Watercolor #Art #Painting #FloridaKeys

The image is a watercolor painting depicting a sea turtle swimming in clear blue water above a sandy seabed. The sea turtle is the primary subject, positioned in the center-right of the frame, facing towards the right. Its shell displays a rich mosaic of deep greens, browns, and hints of blue, outlined by thin, pale lines representing the scutes. The turtle's head is slightly raised, with its mouth open, revealing a textured beak. Its eye is dark and detailed, with a faint purple hue around it. The skin of the turtle is a mottled green and brown, with intricate patterns on its flippers and neck, mimicking scales and scales. The front flippers are extended, caught mid-stroke, while the hind flippers are tucked slightly.

The water is rendered in various shades of blue, lighter and more opaque in the upper portion, suggesting sunlight filtering from above. In the background, slightly out of focus, two divers are visible, rendered as translucent silhouettes in shades of gray and light blue, adding a sense of scale and human interaction with the marine environment. They are positioned in the upper left quadrant of the image, appearing to be observing the turtle.

The sandy seabed occupies the lower portion of the painting, depicted with delicate strokes of light beige and white, giving the impression of fine sand disturbed by the water currents. The overall color palette is dominated by blues, greens, and sandy tones, creating a serene and aquatic atmosphere. The composition leads the viewer's eye from the sandy bottom, up to the prominent sea turtle, and then towards the background divers, suggesting a narrative of discovery or coexistence. The painting is signed "LUCAS" in the bottom right corner, in a light, cursive font. The brushwork is delicate and precise, characteristic of watercolor techniques, with soft transitions between colors and a realistic depiction of the textures and forms.

The image is a watercolor painting depicting a spotted eagle ray swimming through a vibrant sky above a stylized underwater landscape. The ray is the central and dominant subject, positioned slightly off-center to the right, with its dark, spotted dorsal side facing the viewer and its lighter, ventral side angled upwards. Its body is depicted in shades of dark brown and black, with numerous white spots scattered across its wide, triangular pectoral fins, which are outstretched as if in full flight. The ray's long, slender tail extends diagonally across the left side of the frame, creating a sense of movement and depth. The ray's head is turned slightly, revealing a hint of its underside, which transitions to a pale, almost luminous blue-white.

The background is a soft blend of blues and purples, suggesting a sky or possibly a shallow underwater environment. The watercolor technique is evident in the washes of color, with subtle variations in tone and texture. There is a sense of atmospheric perspective, with the colors becoming softer and more diffused towards the top of the image.

Along the bottom of the painting, a band of abstract shapes in rich reds, purples, and blues suggests the underwater flora or coral formations. These shapes are rendered with loose brushstrokes, giving them a soft, impressionistic quality that contrasts with the more defined form of the ray.

The composition places the ray in the upper portion of the frame, drawing the viewer's eye upward and outward with the sweep of its tail. The vibrant colors and the dynamic pose of the ray create a feeling of freedom and grace. In the bottom right corner, a subtle signature in light cursive script reads "Lucas". The overall impression is one of serene underwater beauty and effortless movement.

The image is a watercolor painting depicting two fish in an underwater scene. On the right side, a large grouper fish dominates the foreground, its head and a portion of its body filling the lower right quadrant. The grouper has a mottled pattern of reddish-brown and cream-colored splotches across its scales, giving it a textured appearance. Its eye is a striking orange with a dark pupil, and its mouth is slightly agape, revealing lighter flesh inside. The brushstrokes are visible, suggesting the artist's technique in rendering the scales and contours of the fish.

To the left of the grouper, and significantly smaller, is a striped fish, likely a sergeant major. This fish is positioned in the upper left quadrant of the image. It is predominantly silver-white with distinctive vertical black stripes and accents of yellow on its dorsal fin. Its fins are delicate and translucent, and it appears to be swimming away from the larger fish, its head angled slightly back.

The background is a soft, light blue watercolor wash, lighter at the top and becoming a deeper, more saturated blue towards the bottom, hinting at the depth of the water. The transition is subtle, with some areas showing lighter patches that could represent sunlight filtering through the water or ripples. The overall impression is one of movement and a moment captured in time, perhaps a predatory encounter or a curious observation. The composition places the viewer close to the action, emphasizing the size difference between the two marine creatures. In the lower left corner, a signature in dark blue reads "Lucas".

The image is a watercolor painting depicting two jellyfish in what appears to be an underwater scene. The composition is vertically oriented, with the jellyfish dominating the central and lower portions of the frame. The overall color palette is dominated by cool blues and teals for the background, suggesting water, and warm oranges and purples for the jellyfish.

The two main jellyfish are positioned side-by-side, slightly overlapping. Their bell-shaped bodies are rendered in shades of burnt orange and pale yellow, with visible darker striations suggesting their internal structure or coloring. The edges of the bells appear soft and translucent, a characteristic effect achieved by watercolor. Descending from the bells are numerous thin, trailing tentacles, painted in shades of deep purple, reddish-brown, and hints of blue. These tentacles are depicted with varying lengths and are spread out, creating a sense of movement and fluidity. Some of the tentacles have small, dark, reddish-brown accents, possibly indicating stingers or denser areas.

The background is a wash of blues and teals, with softer, lighter areas that suggest diffused light and the vastness of the ocean. There are some lighter, more opaque shapes within the blue background that could be interpreted as other, less defined jellyfish, or perhaps light reflections and currents in the water. Subtle hints of yellow and pink are also present in the background, blending with the blues, adding depth and complexity to the underwater environment.

The texture of the painting is characteristic of watercolor, with visible brushstrokes and areas where the pigment has been allowed to bleed and blend. The edges of the forms are often soft, and the transparency of the paint allows underlying layers to show through, creating a luminous effect.

In the lower right corner of the painting, there is a signature in cursive, "Lucas." The painting has an ethereal and delicate quality, capturing the graceful movement of jelly…

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 13, 2026, 3:00 AM

Key West — 11:00 PM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.8°F
🌊 Rising tide · H 11:35 PM 2.2 ft · L 5:35 AM 0.3 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@manateefritters.bsky.social Sep 13, 2026, 12:22 AM

No #Sunset tonight but still an impressive light show. #Thunderstorm #FloridaKeys #Livingonasailboat

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 12, 2026, 8:00 PM

Key West — 4:00 PM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.8°F
🌊 Falling tide · L 5:08 PM 0.6 ft · H 11:35 PM 2.2 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 12, 2026, 12:00 PM

Key West — 8:00 AM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.2°F
🌊 Rising tide · H 11:36 AM 2.1 ft · L 5:08 PM 0.6 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 12, 2026, 5:00 AM

Key West — 1:00 AM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.2°F
🌊 Falling tide · L 4:48 AM 0.3 ft · H 11:36 AM 2.1 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@manateefritters.bsky.social Sep 11, 2026, 11:39 PM

Always make sure the sun sets behind the clouds & not in front of them. Otherwise it could be a bad day.
#Sunset #FloridaKeys #Livingonasailboat

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 11, 2026, 10:00 PM

Key West — 6:00 PM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.8°F
🌊 Rising tide · H 11:04 PM 2.1 ft · L 4:48 AM 0.3 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 11, 2026, 2:00 PM

Key West — 10:00 AM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.4°F
🌊 Rising tide · H 10:52 AM 2.3 ft · L 4:37 PM 0.5 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 11, 2026, 7:00 AM

Key West — 3:00 AM EDT

🌡️ Water: 89.2°F
🌊 Falling tide · L 4:00 AM 0.4 ft · H 10:52 AM 2.3 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@clydeinkeywest.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 9:15 PM

Sunset Celebration Vendor
Angie Garia's Arts and Crafts
keywestbodyscrubs.com
In the picturesque setting of Key West and the Florida Keys, they have been living and joyfully creating Body Scrubs for a considerable period.c
#BodyScrubs #KeyWest #FloridaKeys #ArtsAndCrafts

This image captures an outdoor market scene during what appears to be late afternoon or early evening, given the soft, warm lighting. The primary focus is a vendor's stall displaying various body scrub products.

In the foreground, a woman with dark, curly hair is standing behind the stall, smiling at the camera. She is wearing a blue patterned short-sleeved shirt. Her left hand rests on the counter of the stall, and a bottle of water is visible next to her.

The stall itself is a cart with a wooden countertop. The side of the cart is decorated with vibrant decals. One prominent decal features text that reads "LIVE THE ISLAND L" and below it, "Key West Body Scrubs" in an ornate gold font. There is also a website address "www.keywestbodyscrubs.com" on the cart. On the cart's surface, there are numerous jars of body scrubs, neatly arranged on a tiered white wooden display rack. The jars have light blue or teal colored lids. Several small sample containers and other products are also laid out on the counter. To the left of the stall, a dark grey folding chair is partially visible.

To the right of the stall, a man wearing a black short-sleeved shirt with a bold white and yellow cockatoo and palm leaf print is seen from behind. He is wearing khaki shorts and appears to be interacting with the vendor, holding a white plastic bag.

In the background, a crowd of people are milling around, suggesting a busy market atmosphere. There are various stalls and structures, including a covered pavilion with a light-colored roof and exposed wooden beams. The overall color palette of the image is warm, with hues of orange, yellow, and soft blue from the sky and lighting. The ground is paved with brick or stone pavers. The composition is dynamic, with the vendor and her stall as the central elements, drawing the viewer's eye, while the background provides context of the lively event. Subtle details include the texture of the products, the reflections on the product jars, and the varie…

The image displays three round, translucent soaps arranged in a diagonal line from the bottom left to the top right, against a stark white background. The soap in the foreground, on the left, is a pale, creamy white. It appears to contain a loofah scrub, as the fibrous internal structure of the loofah is clearly visible through the translucent soap, creating a textured, web-like pattern. The middle soap is a vibrant, glossy lime green. Its surface is smooth and reflects light, giving it a polished appearance. The soap furthest to the right is a warm, peachy orange or light amber color. Like the green soap, it has a smooth, lustrous surface. The soaps are positioned so that each one partially overlaps the one behind it, creating a sense of depth. The composition is simple and clean, emphasizing the shape, color, and texture of the soaps themselves. The lighting is bright and even, with subtle highlights on the curved surfaces of the green and orange soaps, and a more diffused illumination on the loofah-infused white soap.

@sunsetcelebration.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 9:00 PM

Pecoo Street Vendor
400 Block Duval Street
Over the years, this artist has fully embraced the colorful spirit of Key West and the Florida Keys, translating that vibrant journey into exquisite Acrylic artworks.
#KeyWest #Art #AcrylicPainting #Painting #FloridaKeys

Pecoo, an exceptionally gifted Key West artist
A man sits on a low, foldable camping chair tucked into the shallow shadow of a building corner, working intently on a small board or sketchpad balanced in his lap. He is bald and wearing glasses, a short-sleeved patterned shirt and blue jeans, one foot planted on the pavement as he leans forward. In his right hand he holds a small brush or pen, making careful, deliberate marks; his left hand steadies the surface he’s working on. Scattered around his feet are art supplies — a palette with dabs of paint, tubes and small containers, a case or box open beside him, and a few finished or in-progress cards or pieces laid out on the concrete. The scene feels quiet and focused: the ordinary city sidewalk, the worn curb and a pale peach-colored wall providing a backdrop, while the artist concentrates on the fine work in front of him. A passerby’s legs and white sneakers are visible at the edge of the frame, emphasizing the public, improvised nature of the workspace. Overall it reads as a small moment of concentration and craft captured amid everyday urban life.

The photo shows a densely packed display of small, brightly colored rectangular images arranged in neat vertical columns. Each column is made up of a stack of tiny panels — roughly the size of stamps or comic vignettes — set against a white backing with slim dividers between the rows. The little pictures are vivid: saturated yellows, reds, blues and greens dominate, and many of the panels contain tiny figurative scenes or graphic shapes that read like miniature cartoons or decorative labels.

The whole display is photographed at an angle, so the columns recede diagonally across the frame and the image is slightly tilted; there’s a soft blur at the edges and a bit of glare on the surface that suggests a protective plastic or glass covering. On the left edge a narrow strip with darker markings (numbers or ticks) runs alongside the columns, and the bottom corner reveals another sheet with similarly small images, hinting this is one of several racks. The overall effect is a lively mosaic of repeating color and pattern — compact, busy, and cheerful — inviting you to lean in and inspect the tiny, detailed illustrations one by one. Pecoo, an exceptionally gifted Key West artist

A compact, overflowing stall of hand-painted wares fills the frame with an immediate burst of color. Dozens of small tiles and plaques are arranged like a patchwork mural across the back wall and shelving — bright panels of turquoise, sunflower yellow, tomato red and leafy green set off lively motifs: stylized birds with proud crests, darting fish, blooming flowers and geometric patterns. Each piece shows the uneven edges and visible brushstrokes of something painted by hand, so the repetition feels charmingly individual rather than factory-perfect.

The display is dense and rhythmic: rows upon rows of rectangles create a mosaic effect, while shelves beneath hold an assortment of other crafts — little ceramic bowls and pots glazed in warm tones, tiny painted figurines, and stacks of flat painted tiles. In the foreground a roll of paper towels and a scattering of what look like beaded necklaces or chains lie across a white counter, grounding the riot of color in the ordinary clutter of a working market stall.

Textures are obvious even in the photo: glossy enamel catches the light on many surfaces, contrasting with the matte roughness of unglazed clay and the worn paint of a small white wooden shelving unit. The overall impression is lively and intimate — a friendly jumble of souvenirs and keepsakes that invites you to come closer, pick up a tile and feel the brushwork under your fingertips.

Sunlight or bright ambient light enhances the saturation, throwing tiny highlights on the tiles and deepening the shadows in the crevices between objects. It feels like a seaside or festival market setting, the sort of place where colors and patterns compete to catch your eye and where every piece seems to tell a small, handcrafted story.
Pecoo, an exceptionally gifted Key West artist

A small, open-air souvenir stand sits like a bright little island on the sidewalk, its white folding display racks fanned out to show dozens of postcards and small prints. The right-hand panel is a neat mosaic of colorful postcards — rows of tropical scenes, kitschy retro art and bright tourist images — while the center panel seems filled with black-and-white or monochrome prints, giving a contrast between color and calm. A few larger prints and postcards are propped against the base of the stand, leaning toward the street.

On top of the counter and tucked into cubbies are an assortment of trinkets: small packaged items, maybe keychains or magnets, and a scattering of other souvenirs. The display feels compact and deliberate, every inch used to catch a passerby’s eye. A silver SUV is parked at the curb beside the stand, its door and window reflecting light and a slice of the street.

Beyond the kiosk, the city sidewalk continues — a pedestrian in dark clothes walks away from the camera, and sunlit storefronts and palm trees can be glimpsed further down the block. The scene is suffused with bright daylight; the pavement and the low shadows suggest a warm, lively moment in a busy, tourist-friendly stretch of town. Overall it reads as a cheerful, slightly cluttered snapshot of street commerce — small, organized chaos that invites someone to stop, browse and pick up a colorful keepsake. Pecoo, an exceptionally gifted Key West artist

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 4:00 PM

Key West — 12:00 PM EDT

🌡️ Water: 90.1°F
🌊 Falling tide · L 4:04 PM 0.4 ft · H 10:33 PM 1.9 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@armholster.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 1:59 PM

Beach near Sombrero Reef, Marathon, Florida Keys, Florida, USA
Website: www.keysrentalsonline.com/wp-content/u...
#Travel #Daily #Photo #Landscape #Wallpaper #beach #SombreroReef #FloridaKeys #Florida

@drjimcarey.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 11:24 AM

Key West | @drjimcarey | Flipboard
News about Key West and the Florida Keys, by Dr. Jim Carey, formerly of Caribbean Computers at 1110 White St., Key West.
http://dlvr.it/TVQ6d1
#KeyWest #FloridaKeys #Travel #Vacation #ExploreFlorida #IslandLife #BeachVibes

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 9:00 AM

Key West — 5:00 AM EDT

🌡️ Water: 90.3°F
🌊 Rising tide · H 10:04 AM 2.4 ft · L 4:04 PM 0.4 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys

@flgulfsignal.bsky.social Sep 10, 2026, 1:00 AM

Key West — 9:00 PM EDT

🌡️ Water: 90.7°F
🌊 Rising tide · H 10:01 PM 1.7 ft · L 3:09 AM 0.5 ft

#FloridaGulf #CoastalFL #FloridaKeys