
Discover one-of-a-kind fluid paintings that capture the sea's endless movement, alongside bold color adventures that celebrate pure artistic expression. Each piece is an original creation, never to be repeated, bringing tranquil energy and vibrant life into your space.
Technique Notes
Created using the Dutch Pour blow-out technique, producing dramatic cellular patterns and organic formations that mirror the natural patterns found in flowing water. The controlled air flow creates explosive color interactions that simulate the dynamic movement of underwater currents and the waylight refracts through moving water. The cool palette of Winsor blue, brilliant blue, blue-green, with
touches of gold and orange flows over a titanium white base, creating sophisticated color relationshipsand natural depth. The Dutch Pour method's controlled chaos produces the distinctive cellular structures that give this piece its dynamic, almost crystalline quality. The epoxy resin topcoat intensifies the blues and creates a water-like luminosity.
Display Suggestions
Designed as the companion piece to "Orange Crush," creating a sophisticated diptych that exploresthe full spectrum of water's character. Perfect for large wall spaces where both pieces can be displayed together, creating visual balance between warm and cool energies. The cool blue palette brings tranquility and sophistication to contemporary, coastal, or modern interiors. The custom maple frame with walnut splines provides refined craftsmanship that enhances the organic water themes.Ideal for spaces seeking both energy and calm, where the diptych can create a complete environmental experience. The 15" x 30" format offers flexibility in arrangement while maintaining visual coherence with its warm-toned companion.
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The painting dimensions: 30" x 15" x 1.5"
The framed dimensions: 31.5" x 16.5" x 1.625 (1 & 5/8)"
Materials & Craftsmanship
Care Instructions
Artist's Note"Blue Crush explores water's contemplative, cooling nature. The Dutch Pour technique created theseamazing cellular patterns that remind me of looking down through clear water. Together with OrangeCrush, they tell the complete story of water's changing moods." —JD Riddle
At JDRiddleArts, every piece captures the boundless energy of the sea through fluid abstract art. Using acrylic pouring techniques, JD Riddle creates original compositions where colors flow and merge like ocean currents, resulting in artwork that's as unique as the tides themselves.
Why Choose Original Fluid Art:
Completely Unique: No two poured pieces can ever be identical—each painting is truly one-of-a-kind
Ocean-Inspired Energy: Bring the tranquil yet dynamic spirit of coastal living into your space
Investment in Originality: Own authentic artwork, not mass-produced prints
Supporting Local Art: Directly support a New Jersey coastal artist and environmental advocate
Museum-Quality Materials: Professional acrylics and archival techniques ensure lasting beauty
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J. Derek Riddle
Artist, Owner
Welcome to JDRiddleArts, where the fluid beauty of the ocean meets the spontaneous energy of abstract expression.
I'm JD Riddle, the artist behind every piece you see here. My journey began years ago with watercolors, but I've evolved into acrylic pouring techniques that mirror what initially drew me to art—the unpredictable, organic flow of natural forces.
My Process: Working from my Red Bank, New Jersey studio, I use fluid acrylics that dance and merge in ways I can guide but never fully control. Each piece emerges through a collaboration between artist intention and natural flow, much like the ocean's constant recreation of itself.
Recent Recognition: Featured at the Guild of Creative Arts in Shrewsbury, NJ, and selected for the 45th Annual Juried Exhibition at the Monmouth Museum.
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I saw these pieces first on instagram where the artist shows his process. I found the process fascinating to watch and then fell in love with the art. The piece is as beautiful as I expected. There is so much depth and layers of color and magic! I love having it on my office wall.
Great quality, great colors, and great framing. This piece really makes our space pop!