Jack Davis’s original painting Weather the Storm IV (9" x 12") distils the essence of coastal drama into a compact yet powerful seascape. The work features a horizon line that divides an expanse of serene water from an imposing sky, which is built up in layers of moody blues and soft greys. Brushstrokes sweep diagonally across the canvas, mimicking the movement of gathering storm clouds and imbuing the composition with a palpable energy. Despite its modest scale, the piece conveys a vast emotional landscape, from quiet contemplation to quiet resilience in the face of nature’s shifting temperament.
True to his practice, Davis created this piece not from a photograph but from direct observation and lived experience. Living and working in St. Just, on Cornwall’s rugged coast, he finds endless inspiration in the tumult and light of the Atlantic. His commitment to painting en plein air—braving the elements as they unfold—lends his work an immediacy and authenticity that resonates deeply with viewers.
A respected tutor at the Newlyn School of Art, Davis has earned widespread recognition for his emotive, atmospheric seascapes. His work is held in collections across the UK and abroad, celebrated for capturing not only the image of the sea, but its soul.
