Artist at work, St Michaels Mount, Cornwall
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Artist at work, St Michaels Mount, Cornwall
An artist at work on the beach, painting St Michaels Mount, Cornwall. The Mount is united with nearby Marazion by a manmade causeway which can only be walked on at mid to low tide -- at high tide the sea covers it. Date: circa 1980s
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Arts Cornish Easel Mainland Marazion Michael Michaels Mount Phenomena Rocks Seaweed Tide Visual Artists
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Amidst the ever-changing tides of Cornwall's picturesque coastline, an artist stands resolute in his pursuit of capturing the raw beauty of St Michaels Mount. The serene scene unfolds on the shores of Marazion, where the historic landmark is momentarily united with the mainland through a man-made causeway. The artist, lost in his work, sets up his easel on the sandy beach, surrounded by the natural phenomena of the Cornish landscape. The Mount, a small tidal island, is a testament to the power and rhythm of the sea. At mid to low tide, the causeway invites visitors to walk across and explore its historical charm. Yet, when the tide rises, the sea reclaims the land, submerging the causeway and isolating the Mount once more. The artist's gaze is fixed on the Mount, its towering castle and subtropical gardens standing proud against the backdrop of the vast, blue sea and the ever-changing sky. The intricate patterns of the rocks and seaweed at his feet, the gentle lapping of the waves, and the distant calls of seagulls add to the symphony of nature that inspires his work. As the sun begins to set, the artist continues to work, capturing the essence of this transient moment in time. His dedication to his craft, the natural beauty of the landscape, and the ever-changing tides of the sea create a visual masterpiece that is as timeless as the history of St Michaels Mount itself.
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