Seagrass Painting Appraisal

Sea Turtle with Jellyfish and Seagrass Painting

This is an acrylic painting on a 9"x12" canvas board, depicting an underwater scene. The central figure is a detailed sea turtle, rendered predominantly in shades of white, beige, and light blue for its body and head, with distinct dark green and black patterns forming the scutes of its flippers and carapace. The turtle's eyes are clearly visible, and brushstrokes suggest texture on its skin. To the upper left of the turtle, a translucent blue jellyfish floats, adding another element of marine life. The majority of the canvas is filled with a vibrant turquoise-blue water background, transitioning to a lighter, sandy-grey seabed at the bottom. The seabed is richly populated with long, undulating strands of dark green seagrass and several small, spiky purple coral formations. Small schools of tiny blue fish are visible in the mid-water section. The artist has incorporated 'upgrades,' which appear to be small, three-dimensional elements or additional painted details, such as tiny white starfish and other small white shell-like objects scattered on the seabed. The water's surface is indicated by lighter blue horizontal lines and small white specks resembling light reflections or air bubbles. The painting exhibits a clear signature, "M. Chesney," in the lower right corner, indicating the artist Mary Chesney. The overall style is illustrative and colorful, with visible brushwork contributing to the texture and energy of the underwater environment. The canvas board appears to be in excellent condition with no visible signs of wear, damage, or repairs, suggesting either a recent creation or careful handling. The color palette is bright and inviting, characteristic of contemporary marine art. The craftsmanship is solid, with a good balance of detail in the foreground elements and atmospheric rendering of the water. Given the materials and contemporary style, it is likely a relatively modern piece.