
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
The swipe technique brings together the most vibrant cerulean blues, metallic blues and greens, andphthalo green to create the complex color interactions found in tropical waters. The vertical flow allowsthese brilliant hues to cascade and merge naturally, mimicking the way tropical sunlight penetratesclear water to reveal the stunning color variations beneath. The metallic accents simulate the sparkleof sunlight on tropical water, while each color maintains its intensity while blending seamlessly withothers. The epoxy resin topcoat amplifies the brilliant colors and creates a glass-like surface thatseems to contain actual tropical water.
Display Suggestions
Ideal for spaces that need an instant vacation feeling—bathrooms, sunrooms, bedrooms, or any area where you want to evoke tropical paradise. The brilliant palette brings energy and joy to contemporary,coastal, or tropical-inspired interiors. The custom maple frame with walnut spline details adds warmth and craftsmanship that complements the organic, natural feeling of tropical waters. The 18" x 24"vertical format works beautifully above console tables, in powder rooms, or as part of gallery wall arrangements. Perfect for spaces where you want to feel transported to an island paradise, or in areas that need a burst of positive, energizing color.
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The painting dimensions: 24" x 18" x 1.5"
The framed dimensions: 25.5" x 19.5" x 1.625 (1 & 5/8)"
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Artist's Note
"Tropical Waters is pure escapism—I wanted to capture that moment when you first see those impossibly beautiful tropical lagoons and think 'water can't really be that color.' But it can, and it is." —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!