'Drift Home' by Heather Dixon

This original 11x14 acrylic painting on canvas depicts a green sea turtle swimming through a vibrant, stylized underwater environment. The artwork employs a sophisticated mixed-media approach, combining a 'fluid art' or 'pour painting' technique for the background with a detailed, representational style for the turtle itself. The background features a striking palette of cerulean, navy, and teal, with visible 'cells' and organic lacing patterns characteristic of acrylic pouring mediums, effectively mimicking the chaotic yet rhythmic movement of ocean currents and light refraction. The sea turtle is centrally composed, rendered in earthy greens, tans, and browns with fine detail on the scutes of its shell and the scales of its flippers. The turtle's expression is gentle and alert, providing a focal point against the abstract aquatic backdrop. The painting appears to be in excellent contemporary condition with no visible cracking, fading, or damage to the canvas surface. The artist's mastery of both abstract fluid dynamics and realistic wildlife rendering demonstrates high craftsmanship. This piece is a signature contemporary work that bridges the gap between modern abstract techniques and traditional marine life illustration.

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