In this composition, Grace emerges peacefully from the calm ripples. Her expression is delicate and serene whereas her reflection is distorted and fractured, emphasising an ephemeral feeling.
The morning sun casts it’s warm light, illuminating bronze and ochre-gold skin tones that harmonize with the turquoise-green waters. Edward was interested in pushing his technical skills by recreating the effects of water. The ripples are painted in a rough and raw manner almost emerging from the corners of the frame. It is at this eye level we connect with Grace as she lays above the surface.
