Where the Tide Opens

Where the Tide Opens explores the quiet threshold where water begins to shift, soften, and reveal its depth.

Part of the Littoral Series, this abstract coastal artwork captures the meeting point between land and sea, where currents stretch, unfold, and dissolve into one another in a continuous, fluid motion.

Layers of deep teal, ocean blue, and translucent seafoam move across a warm, sandy ground, evoking the sensation of standing at the water’s edge as the tide turns. There is a sense of both movement and stillness held in balance, a moment suspended between retreat and arrival.

The composition invites the eye to drift gently through the piece, following subtle transitions in tone and texture that mirror the natural rhythm of coastal landscapes.

This contemporary abstract painting is designed to bring a feeling of calm, clarity, and quiet expansiveness into your space. Its soothing palette and organic flow make it ideal for modern interiors seeking a sense of serenity, whether in a living room, bedroom, or contemplative workspace.

Where the Tide Opens is a one-of-a-kind original artwork, created to evoke the restorative energy of the ocean and the peaceful beauty of the shoreline. It offers not just a visual experience, but an atmosphere—grounding, luminous, and deeply calming.

One-off original artwork by Jo Carroll. Painted in 2026.

Acrylic on ultra-fine canvas with gloss varnish feature.
73x73cm, framed in Tasmanian oak float frame.

Signed front and back.  

Available to view by private appointment at my studio.

Conditions of purchase: Please select carefully as all sales of original artwork are final. No refunds will be provided, however a credit note can be issued for 'change of mind'. Insurance is included with shipping to cover any damage that may occur during transit. Payment required prior to delivery. Payment plans available upon special request.

$100 shipping to metro Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide and Brisbane. Includes insurance.

All other locations: Rates vary by artwork size and destination. Shipping calculated separately and paid by customer AFTER purchase. If you would like a shipping quote before purchase please email jo.t.carroll@gmail.com with artwork title and your postcode.