

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.
JD Riddle's artistic journey began with traditional watercolors, where the medium first taught the lesson of embracing the unexpected. The way pigment and water interact—sometimes flowing exactly as planned, other times creating beautiful surprises—became the foundation for a deeper exploration of fluid art.
Based in Red Bank, New Jersey, JD draws endless inspiration from coastal life. The Atlantic's constant motion, shifting colors from storm-gray to brilliant turquoise, and the hypnotic rhythm of waves became the driving force behind each composition.
"The ocean has always been my muse," JD explains. "Its endless movement, shifting colors, and powerful rhythms translate into every canvas through fluid acrylics that dance and merge in ways I can guide but never fully control."
Acrylic pouring, also known as fluid art, involves mixing professional-grade acrylic paints with various mediums to achieve the perfect consistency for flowing. JD's process includes:
Each painting is a meditation on movement and a celebration of the beautiful unpredictability that defines both art and nature. Through fluid abstracts, JD captures moments of transformation where human intention meets nature's spontaneity.
The work also carries a deeper message about ocean conservation—by bringing the sea's beauty into homes and galleries, JD hopes to foster greater appreciation for our marine environments.
JD actively participates in New Jersey's vibrant art community through:
Studio Location: Red Bank, New Jersey
Website: JDRiddleArts.com
Instagram: @JDRiddleArts
Email: derek@jdriddlearts.com
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!