Patsy McArthur, Swimmer in Green, Oil Painting, 2025

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A luminous and atmospheric figurative oil painting, Swimmer in Green by contemporary British artist Patsy McArthur captures the quiet poetry … Read more A luminous and atmospheric figurative oil painting, Swimmer in Green by contemporary British artist Patsy McArthur captures the quiet poetry of a solitary figure suspended beneath the water’s surface. Rendered in a rich palette of layered greens, the composition evokes a sense of calm immersion, where light filters through water and form dissolves into fluid motion. McArthur’s signature style—soft-focus realism combined with expressive brushwork—creates a cinematic, almost dreamlike quality. The figure appears both present and elusive, emerging through veils of color and light, inviting the viewer into a contemplative, introspective space. Subtle tonal shifts and the interplay of translucency and depth give the work a sense of movement and breath, as if the subject exists in a moment outside of time. Highly sought after for her emotive underwater scenes and contemporary figurative works, McArthur explores themes of stillness, release, and transformation. Swimmer in Green is an elegant and versatile piece, ideal for modern, coastal, or minimalist interiors, bringing a sense of serenity and sophistication to any space. A compelling work for collectors of contemporary figurative painting, this piece embodies the artist’s ability to balance realism with abstraction, offering both visual impact and emotional resonance. Patsy McArthur Swimmer in Green, 2025 Oil on canvas 24 x 24 inches / 60 x 60 cm This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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