
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 dramatic vertical format allows the swipe technique to create cascading interactions between rich chocolate browns and ocean blues, suggesting the fantastical flow from one magical realm to another.The tall canvas enables complex vertical color interactions and flowing patterns that move from top to bottom, while the unusual color combination challenges traditional ocean art expectations. The contrast between earthy chocolate tones and aquatic blues creates visual tension that resolves into harmonious whimsy as colors flow vertically through the composition.
Display Suggestions
Perfect for playful, creative spaces—children's rooms, family game areas, creative studios, or any environment where imagination and whimsy are celebrated. The unique color story makes it an excellent conversation piece for informal living areas or spaces where artistic creativity is valued over conventional decoration. The tall vertical format provides dramatic upward movement while the playful palette keeps it approachable and fun. Ideal for narrow wall spaces, entryways, or spaces that embrace the unexpected and celebrate artistic risk-taking.
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The painting dimensions: 16" x 40" x 1.5"
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Artist's Note
"Wonka Ocean is pure creative joy—what happens when you let imagination run wild and mix chocolate rivers with ocean dreams. The vertical flow creates a magical cascade from one fantasyworld to another." —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!