New Dawn, New Day
New Dawn, New Day
A new colorful diptych by Claire Jane Kendrick
Diptych, 48 x 96 in. (two panels, 48 x 48 in. each), oil on canvas
Infused with light and vitality, New Dawn, New Day reflects the dynamic rhythms of Florida’s wild coastline, where the intercoastal waterway meets the marshlands. Inspired by walks in Guana State Park, this expansive diptych embodies a bold, expressive energy. Kendrick’s risk-taking brushwork and glowing palette convey movement, harmony, and joy. The title nods to Nina Simone’s iconic song “Feeling Good”—a reflection of renewal, empowerment, and the grounding serenity of place. In this painting, nature sings. It reminds us that every horizon offers the possibility of beginning again.
For those of you who follow Kendrick’s work, her landscape and seascape paintings are vivid interpretations of North Florida—drawn from the land she knows intimately and observes with reverence. New Dawn, New Day captures a live, sensational moment in paint—a reflection of her evening walks across conservation lands where sun-drenched marsh meets sky.
This new piece is bold, alive, and visually captivating. Bright oranges, vibrant pinks, acid greens, and pastel blues sit in unexpected harmony with soft sand tones, capturing the unique palette of this region. The video accompanying the piece gives you a glimpse into the brushwork, the energy, and the enthusiasm Claire pours into her process.
This is not just a painting—it’s a living landscape, witnessed and reimagined.
🎨 New Dawn, New Day available now.
📍 View Claire’s work at Plum Gallery, St. Augustine, and Atlantic Contemporary, Fernandina.
📖 Read more about Claire’s connection to the land in her latest blog: Salt of the Earth, Tide of the Soul
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