Koh Tao rocks

Rocks at Shark Bay

9"x9"

Watercolor on Arches

 Rocks at Jansom Bay

10"x12"

Watercolor on Arches

Koh Nangyuan after the rain

7"x12"

Watercolor on Arches

Koh Tao Rocks

5"x9"

Watercolor on Arches

 Koh Tao or Turtle Island is a small island located near the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand, and is a place I have visited on a few trips to South East Asia. The beaches and hills are cluttered with granite boulders, that although a bit sharp , offer some pretty fun climbing. Most people go to Koh Tao for the amazing scuba diving in the crystal clear waters that surround the small island. Sadly I have never had the opportunity to do any diving, but the bouldering, amazing food, beautiful beaches, and the quiet bays that offer perfect places to paint have been more than enough to keep my interests. The paintings in this post were all done on location in Koh Tao, and are from two different trips. For me, painting in the open air can be the most challenging, as well as rewarding way to paint.