The River and The Rock
BERNARD MARKS WROTE ABOUT “THE RIVER AND THE ROCK,” THE BIGGEST PAINTING HE EVER MADE:
“The River and the Rock” shows a section of the Pecos River as it flows out of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of New Mexico on its way south through Texas to the Río Grande. It’s a popular spot for fly fishermen, as well as for artists. And over the years, I’ve been one of them… hanging out and painting there many times.
I made this piece in my studio based on photos and multiple watercolor field studies done on site.
By design, this very large painting juxtaposes the permanence of the gigantic boulder against the river’s constant change. Over time, however, the large rock is sure to yield to the moving water.
And if you’re curious to see that boulder from a different angle, check out my watercolor “Fishing at Windy Bridge.”
MARTHA MARKS ADDS:
“The River and the Rock” is the largest painting that Bernie ever made. It’s gorgeous, powerful, and big — 5′ wide — capable of dominating whatever room it’s in. Over the last decade it has been the focal point in our living room. But now it’s available to enhance some other lucky person’s home or office.
This original painting is available for purchase, as are large, top-quality, custom-made giclée prints.
• acrylic on canvas, ready for hanging or framing
• 36″ x 60″ — Bernard Marks’ largest work in any medium, and maybe his masterpiece
TO PLACE AN ORDER…
Choose a link below for the painting or print of your choice. (Prices include all applicable taxes. If shipping is needed, that additional cost will depend on the distance from Santa Fe and the speed desired.)
2. GICLEE PRINT ON THICK ARCHIVAL PAPER, same size as the original, ready for framing: $1,750
3. PRINT ON GALLERY-WRAPPED CANVAS, same size as the original, ready for hanging or framing: $1,750
CONTACT MARTHA MARKS if you’d prefer a different size print in either style, paper or canvas.
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