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Irina Sztukowski's Art
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With years of experience living in Key West and the Florida Keys, this artist's watercolor paintings vividly showcase the beauty of the region.
#KeyWest #Watercolor #Art #Painting #FloridaKeys

This is a watercolor painting depicting a serene seascape with two sailboats anchored in the water. The composition is divided into three horizontal bands: the sky, the water, and the reflections of the boats and sky in the water.

The sky is rendered with soft washes of color, transitioning from a pale blue at the top to streaks of pink, yellow, and lavender. The lavender hues are more prominent towards the horizon, suggesting either a sunset or sunrise. In the upper right corner of the sky, a small, dark silhouette of a bird in flight is visible.

Below the sky, the water is depicted with vibrant shades of blue, accented with streaks of darker blues and purples, and hints of pink reflecting from the sky. The surface of the water is textured with visible brushstrokes, giving it a sense of movement. The reflections of the sailboats and the sky are clearly visible in the water, appearing slightly distorted and elongated, as is typical of reflections on a rippled surface. The reflections are a mix of deep blues, blacks, and subtle hints of pink and purple.

The two sailboats are positioned side-by-side in the middle ground of the painting. They are depicted with their masts standing tall and thin, painted in dark black. The hulls of the sailboats are a light tan or cream color, with dark outlines. The details of the sailboats are somewhat simplified, characteristic of the watercolor medium, with a few visible lines suggesting windows or hatches on the cabins. The sailboats appear to be stationary, anchored peacefully in the calm water.

The overall color palette is rich and evocative, with a strong contrast between the cool blues of the water and sky and the warmer tones of the sunset/sunrise and the sailboat hulls. The use of watercolor lends a dreamy and impressionistic quality to the scene. The composition is balanced, with the two sailboats creating a visual anchor in the center, while the expansive sky and water draw the viewer's eye across the entire canvas. The…

This is a vibrant, loose watercolor and ink illustration depicting a tropical seaside scene. The foreground is dominated by the trunks of several tall palm trees on either side of the frame, their fronds rendered in bright green with black ink outlines.

Beyond the palm trees, a brilliant turquoise body of water stretches across the midground. The water is depicted with broad strokes of blue and some white, suggesting gentle waves or ripples. A small white sailboat with a single sail is visible in the distance on the water, adding a sense of scale and movement.

In the lower half of the image, a sun-drenched patio area is visible. A solitary figure, dressed in a bright red jacket and yellow pants, sits on a bench facing the water. The figure is small and somewhat abstract, a detail adding to the casual, sketch-like feel of the artwork. To the left of the figure, a light-colored, opened beach umbrella is planted, its pole casting a shadow. Behind the figure and umbrella, a wooden railing or pier is hinted at, suggesting the edge of the land.

The vegetation around the patio is lush and green, with various leafy plants and trees rendered in shades of green and some hints of yellow. The artist has used a loose, gestural style, with visible brushstrokes and ink lines that define the forms without excessive detail. The colors are bright and saturated, evoking a sense of warmth and relaxation. The sky above is a pale, almost white blue, blending seamlessly with the white of the paper, which is characteristic of watercolor techniques where the paper itself is used for highlights. The overall composition draws the viewer's eye from the framing palm trees towards the inviting expanse of the ocean and the small, human element on the patio. The style is impressionistic, focusing on capturing the feeling and atmosphere of the scene rather than photorealistic accuracy.

This is a watercolor painting of a tropical beach scene. In the foreground, there is a sandy beach with some fallen palm fronds scattered on it. To the left, a thatched-roof gazebo with a wooden picnic table and benches sits on a raised wooden platform. Several palm trees with vibrant green fronds are positioned around the gazebo and on the right side of the image, their trunks a warm brown color. The ocean is depicted in shades of turquoise and blue, with gentle waves. In the middle ground, a white sailboat with its sails unfurled glides across the water. The sky is a bright, clear blue with hints of white, suggesting a sunny day. The overall composition creates a serene and inviting atmosphere, capturing the essence of a peaceful tropical paradise. The colors are bright and saturated, characteristic of watercolor techniques, with visible brushstrokes adding texture and depth. The lighting appears natural, with soft shadows cast by the palm trees and gazebo.

This is a watercolor painting of a sea turtle swimming underwater. The turtle is the central subject, depicted in a three-quarter view, facing towards the right of the frame. Its shell is a rich shade of deep purple and reddish-brown, with distinct hexagonal scutes outlined in a darker hue. The scutes are highlighted with lighter shades, creating a sense of depth and texture.

The turtle's head is turned slightly, and its eye is dark and beady, conveying a sense of awareness. Its skin is a warm reddish-brown with intricate patterns of darker spots, especially visible on its flippers and neck. The underside of the turtle, particularly around its flippers, shows hints of teal and light green, suggesting the way light filters through the water. The flippers are elegantly outstretched, with the front flippers extended forward and the back flippers trailing slightly.

The background is an abstract representation of an underwater environment. It is dominated by washes of blue, purple, and white, creating a soft, diffused light effect. Vertical streaks of darker purple and blue suggest seaweed or coral formations, adding a sense of depth and density to the water. The lower part of the background features a textured area of reddish-brown and darker blues, which could be interpreted as the seabed or coral reefs. The overall color palette is cool and serene, with the warm tones of the turtle providing a focal point against the cooler blues and purples.

The composition places the turtle slightly off-center, enhancing the feeling of movement and buoyancy. The soft, blended brushstrokes characteristic of watercolor are evident throughout, giving the image a delicate and ethereal quality. The lighting appears to be coming from the top and left, casting subtle shadows and highlights on the turtle's shell and body. The overall impression is one of peaceful tranquility and natural beauty.

@sunsetcelebration.bsky.social Sep 7, 2026, 3:40 AM

Old Road Gallery Art
www.oldroadgallery.com
Artists Dwayne and Cindy King, spent the previous 20 years creating, showcasing and selling custom bronze Sculptures , copper and clay Pottery in Key West and the Florida Keys.
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A cluster of sculpted fish fans out from a twisted piece of driftwood mounted against a warm brick wall. The root is gnarled and weathered, its contorted limbs forming a natural radial frame; from its branches hang six stylized fish, each with exaggerated fins and pointed snouts. The fish have a hand-crafted, hammered look — mottled gold, copper and amber tones catch the light so that their curved bodies gleam with a patina-like finish. Their fins and spines are thin and spiky, lending an almost kinetic energy as if they’re frozen mid-surge away from the central root.

The backdrop of exposed bricks, in soft terra-cotta and sandy beige, reinforces a rustic, earthy mood and provides a textured contrast to the smoother, metallic sheen of the fish. Below the arrangement a simple shelf holds three vases: on the left a polished wooden sphere with rich grain, in the center a small, glossy vase shot through with deep blues and reds, and on the right two taller vessels — one a matte brown pot and the other a greenish vase holding long, delicate dried stems or eucalyptus. These objects anchor the composition and add color punctuation that complements the warm metals above.

Centered in the photo is a sculptural fountain or stand built around three sleek dolphins, their bodies arcing upward in a graceful triad to support a large, shallow basin shaped like a scallop shell. The dolphins are rendered with smooth, flowing lines and a slightly dark metallic sheen—bronze or a similar alloy—catching and reflecting the daylight in soft highlights along their flanks and snouts. Their tails meet at the base, forming an organic pedestal that sits on a carved, textured platform which then rests on an octagonal wooden plinth.

The shell basin above them has a ribbed surface and a weathered patina that complements the dolphins’ finish; it looks substantial, the kind of piece meant for use as a fountain, birdbath or planter. The whole sculpture is placed on a small wheeled dolly, suggesting it’s being staged or moved rather than permanently installed.

Around the sculpture, the setting reads like a covered porch or shop display: painted wooden floorboards, stacks of cardboard boxes to one side, potted plants and greenery spilling in from the background, and a few ordinary items—a red and green plastic container, a folded rug—giving the scene a casual, everyday atmosphere. Light filters in from the left and behind, illuminating the dolphins’ forms and casting soft shadows that emphasize the curves and the craftsmanship. The overall impression is of a decorative, slightly nautical centerpiece temporarily resting amid the lively clutter of a retail or storage space.

Two rotund, ceramic turtles lounge in a shallow, brown, boat-shaped dish, arranged like a tiny, irreverent diorama of a seaside happy hour. The turtles are painted in mottled greens with pale, bluish bellies; their glossy glazes catch the overhead light and give them a slightly tacky, kitschy shine. The one on the left is posed in a classic recline, propped on its elbow, wearing a bright red bikini top and matching bottoms. It holds a little glass with an orange cocktail umbrella and straw, and its half-shut eyes and raised leg suggest lazy, over-the-top relaxation.

The turtle on the right sits more upright, mouth open in a toothy, amused expression, wearing blue swim trunks. Between them, the bottom of the boat is scattered with miniature props: three small silver cans, a taller yellowish bottle, and another pale bottle — all modeled in glaze and grouped as if they've been consumed during a long break. A small plaque attached to the dish’s rim reads “BRAKE TIME,” lending a punny, cheeky caption to the scene.

The boat itself has a warm, caramel-brown glaze with molded ribs along its sides, framing the turtles and their mess of drinks. The background is plain — a white surface and a sliver of cardboard or packaging behind the scene — which keeps the focus squarely on the figures. Overall the piece feels playful and a bit tongue-in-cheek, a decorative object that leans into silliness with exaggerated poses, bright accents, and an unmistakable retro, novelty-aesthetic.

A small still-life of handcrafted pottery sits on a weathered wooden tabletop, caught in soft, dappled daylight. Two larger pieces — a rounded vase on the left and a tall, handled pitcher on the right — share a similar palette of oceanic blues and pale cream, their glazes pooling and running in organic, painterly streaks. Between them, resting on its curved belly, is a shallow, fish-shaped dish glazed to match, its ridged fins and scaly contours picked out with darker strokes.

The vase has a squat, almost bulbous body with a narrower neck and flared lip. Its glaze moves from a deep, almost cobalt blue at the top into lighter turquoise and lavender tones as it reaches the midpoint, with vertical drips of warmer reddish-orange and violet that add contrast and a sense of motion. Tiny speckles and subtle surface variations give the impression of a salt-fired or wood-fired finish — tactile, slightly volcanic in appearance beneath the glossy skin.

The pitcher is taller and more cylindrical, with a sturdy looped handle and a gently flaring rim. Its glaze is similarly layered: blues and greens mingling with pale, sandy cream near the base where the clay peeks through. The surface catches the light differently on the pitcher, showing softer horizontal striations and a faint iridescence where the glaze thins.

The fish dish is a whimsical counterpoint to the two larger forms. Its body is flattened and ribbed, with a raised ridge to suggest scales; the mouth and tail are subtly defined. The same blue-green glaze pools in its central cavity, while the outer edges reveal the raw, pale clay — a reminder of the handmade quality. Small, intentional imperfections and the visible texture of brushwork make the objects feel intimate and lived-in.

@kahanadesigns.bsky.social Sep 6, 2026, 5:31 AM

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@clydeinkeywest.bsky.social Sep 6, 2026, 3:51 AM

Rachel Burrows
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They have called Key West and the beautiful Florida Keys home for some time, pouring their creativity into making toys.
#KeyWest #ArtsandCrafts #Jewelry #FloridaKeys

@sunsetcelebration.bsky.social Sep 5, 2026, 11:43 AM

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"40 Years of Sunsets" The History of the Sunset celebration at Mallory Square
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@clydeinkeywest.bsky.social Sep 5, 2026, 11:41 AM

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"40 Years of Sunsets" The History of the Sunset celebration at Mallory Square
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@sunsetcelebration.bsky.social Sep 5, 2026, 11:14 AM

Nira Toco
www.artistsinparadise.com/nira-tocco
They have called Key West and the beautiful Florida Keys home for some time, pouring their creativity into making “What the Fork” —Silverware Jewelry".
#KeyWest #ArtsandCrafts #Jewelry #FloridaKeys

@clydeinkeywest.bsky.social Sep 3, 2026, 6:11 PM

Hilda Wagner's Art
hildawagner.com
Having lived in Key West and the Florida Keys for several years, this artist captures the essence of the area in their stunning watercolor paintings.
#KeyWest #Watercolor #Art #Paintings #FloridaKeys