A Sawfish and Fishermen. A Sawfish and Fishermen. A Sawfish and Fishermen. A Sawfish and Fishermen. — edge view A Sawfish and Fishermen. — shown hanging
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A Sawfish and Fishermen.
A Sawfish and Fishermen.
A Sawfish and Fishermen.
A Sawfish and Fishermen. — edge view
A Sawfish and Fishermen. — shown hanging
Painting by John Poole 175 Artworks Sold

The Sawfish

Oil, Canvas, Framed by Artist

43cm (W) x 33cm (H) x 4.5cm (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included
A$330

Artwork Description

This was inspired by a black and white public domain photograph in the State Library of QLD. It shows a large Sawfish caught off Picnic Point Maroochydore ca, 1940. Small boat and Big Fish. Considered an endangered species now so no longer allowed to be fished for. The fish, men and boat make a strong composition with shadows creating a sense of light.

Artist Bio
Photo of John Poole
John Poole 363 artworks | 174 Sold

A self taught artist. I don't restrict myself in media and styles.I enjoy painting in oils, acrylics, gouache and watercolour. I have an affinity for capturing moments from places I have been lucky enough to travel to. Often developing paintings from plein air sketches I have done in the field. Whilst I enjoy contemporary realism and impressionism I will sometimes stray into the realm of pure abstraction. Convincing portrayals of light and colour are usually my main goals. Subject matter can range from the grand to the mundane and quirky.