"Tiny Surfers" by Kathleen Palmeri.
This Artist’s New Series Captures The Essence Of Summer In Jersey
Waves and sand define summer on New Jersey’s ocean beaches. Artist Kathleen Palmeri perfectly captures this sunny vibe with her “Tiny Surfers” painting series. “My boys surf, so I started bringing along acrylic paints and my brushes, and ended up painting these little surfers.”
In her Rumson, New Jersey, studio, she now creates more of the summery figures on linen, which mimics sand, and adds an organic pattern or layers of beachy touches with fabric and raffia. Palmeri also creates commissioned families of surfers, and their popularity has led to requests for additional sports. “Around here, everyone plays tennis or golf,” she says. “I’ve added those, plus tiny skiers and yogis. It’s whimsical and fun, but also meaningful.”
While the artist, who signs her work K Palm, also spends time creating oil portraits of the women who inspire her, the tiny athletes are her current passion. Her work is sold in home decor stores in Connecticut and New Jersey, and commissions may also be made through Instagram.
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