Guest Artist - Charles Landi (Oil on Canvas) 2018

The waves don’t crash here — they remember. This Charles Landi's piece brings us back to the kind of coastlines that live in memory more than maps. It’s a quiet scene, but it knows how to speak.

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• Marcellus Harmon
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 What the critics are saying:

>>In Lanterns for the Forgotten Shore, guest artist C.L. captures a moment suspended between memory and motion. A weathered lighthouse and cottage glow with the last light of day, their windows flickering like quiet witnesses to time’s passage. The broken fence and abandoned boat hint at stories left untold—perhaps of departure, solitude, or the slow erosion of familiarity.

The painting’s warm sunset hues melt into the cool churn of the sea, creating a striking emotional contrast. Birds scatter across the sky, waves crash against the rocks, and a single lantern burns on the porch—an invitation, or maybe a farewell.

C.L.’s brushwork balances precision with atmosphere, offering a scene that feels both cinematic and deeply personal. It’s a coastal elegy, rendered in oil and light.<<

                                                         -Marcellus Harmon

>>"Somewhere between a Bob Ross rerun and a postcard from the afterlife, this coastal scene whispers sweet nothings about waves, lighthouses, and lost potential. The sea is moody, the sky is wistful, and the fence gave up halfway through its shift."<<

                                          —Carl "Windburn" Dandridge

>>"A powerful and beautifully executed piece, this painting captures a moment of raw, dramatic beauty. The artist's skill is on full display, from the masterful way they've rendered the churning waves to the textured, stormy sky that hangs over the scene. The lighthouse stands as a timeless symbol of hope against the dramatic energy of the sea. This is a classic seascape, full of emotion and atmosphere, and a testament to the artist's dedication to their craft."<<

                                                          -Crosby Morrow

>>This painting radiates warmth and emotion, beautifully capturing a familiar and evocative coastal scene. The artist conveys a clear sense of place and time, creating an inviting atmosphere that draws the viewer in. It’s a lovely and expressive work that showcases both technical promise and a genuine connection to the subject. With pieces like this, it’s clear the artist has strong potential for continued growth and success.<<

                                                      -Yehuda Goodwin

>>This piece shows solid fundamentals in landscape painting with good color sense and atmospheric effects. The artist clearly has an eye for composition and mood. With continued focus on observational drawing and understanding of light and shadow relationships, their work could develop even stronger technical precision while maintaining this appealing impressionistic quality.

The painting successfully evokes the peaceful, contemplative mood of a coastal scene.<<

                                                     -Zendaya Sexton

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