This series invited exciting experimentation with materials and techniques. To create a smoother surface for the kelp blades and set them apart from the background, I sanded the canvas for Giant Kelp, giving it a unique texture. For Sea~ing Stars, I rotated the canvas on its side and upside down, painting from both vertical and horizontal perspectives, allowing the piece to be presented in various orientations. With Catalina Lights, I explored a new approach by starting with my favorite technique: glazing. For In the Light, I embraced bold texture, beginning with thick applications of paint and even using a palette knife to build dynamic, expressive layers. Each piece is distinct in its mark-making and process, reflecting the individuality of the moments that inspired them.