Gary Walton's Cuttlefish Pier II is a captivating limited edition giclée print that immerses the viewer in the artist's signature nocturnal coastal world. Known for his whimsical architecture, masterful use of light, and evocative maritime storytelling, Walton has long been celebrated for his ability to transform familiar seaside scenes into dreamlike compositions. In Cuttlefish Pier II, he invites the viewer into a serene night-time harbour, where calm waters, glowing windows, and the soft luminescence of the moon create a scene of quiet enchantment.
At the heart of the composition lies a wooden pier, stretching gently into the tranquil sea. A row of Walton's characteristic houses lines the pier, their slightly irregular, charming forms rendered with the playful whimsy that has become his hallmark. Each window glows with a warm orange light, offering a comforting human presence that contrasts beautifully with the deep blues of the surrounding night sky and reflective water. Two small rowboats are gently tied at the base of the pier, their stillness echoing the calm, contemplative mood of the scene.
Further out to sea, a smaller pier with similar houses appears, lending depth and perspective to the composition while reinforcing Walton's recurring themes of community and quiet coastal life. The luminous moon hangs serenely above, casting a soft glow across the gentle waves and highlighting the reflective surface of the water. This interplay of light - from moonlight to the signature orange window glow - creates a poetic harmony, blending realism with the artist's gentle sense of fantasy.
Walton's refined palette of deep blues, soft maritime greys, and warm orange highlights perfectly captures the stillness of night at the seaside. His careful attention to tone and texture allows every element - from the wooden planks of the pier to the subtle ripples around the rowboats - to convey a sense of calm and presence. The composition encourages quiet reflection, inviting viewers to imagine the lives within the glowing houses or the gentle rhythm of the tide under the moonlight.
Produced as a limited edition of 150 giclée prints, Cuttlefish Pier II is hand-signed and numbered by Gary Walton and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Measuring 73.5 cm x 73.5 cm (image size) and 85.5 cm x 85.5 cm when framed, the piece is presented in a stepped wooden grey frame with a white inner slip. The contemporary frame complements the deep night-time palette while providing a clean, elegant finish that allows the composition to shine.
Cuttlefish Pier II is more than a nocturnal coastal study; it is a celebration of stillness, imagination, and the quiet beauty of the seaside. Walton's ability to combine architectural whimsy, atmospheric lighting, and subtle storytelling ensures that the piece resonates with both longtime collectors and newcomers, offering a timeless moment of tranquillity, warmth, and wonder.
Edition Size: 150 - Hand-signed and numbered by the artist
Image Size: 73.5 cm x 73.5 cm
Framed Size: 85.5 cm x 85.5 cm
Medium: Limited Edition Giclée Print on Paper
Includes: Certificate of Authenticity
Frame: Stepped wooden grey frame with white inner slip
Cuttlefish Pier II embodies Gary Walton's unique vision of coastal life at night - blending imagination, warmth, and quiet narrative. Whether displayed alone or alongside other works, it brings the calm, poetic rhythm of the seaside into any space.
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