John McClenaghen's "Ettrick Tide, Ettrick Bay" captures the wild beauty of a coastal meadow where golden grasses meet the deep blue sea. This acrylic on canvas (55 x 80 cm framed) presents a striking contrast between the vibrant foreground of sun-drenched grasses and wildflowers and the brooding, atmospheric seascape beyond. McClenaghen employs energetic brushwork and textural techniques to bring the windswept coastal vegetation to life, with delicate touches of red, blue and white flowers scattered amongst the ochre and amber hues. The horizon line creates a powerful visual tension, with the dark indigo waters and moody sky suggesting the changeable nature of Scotland's coastal weather.

Scottish Coastal Landscapes
The painting evokes the distinctive character of Ettrick Bay on the Isle of Bute, celebrating the untamed beauty of Scotland's shorelines where land and sea converge. When displayed on a wall, this work transforms the surrounding space with its atmospheric quality and emotional resonance, bringing the fresh coastal air and natural rhythms of the Scottish landscape indoors. The substantial horizontal format creates a sense of expansiveness, allowing the viewer's eye to travel across the composition just as one might gaze across the actual bay, creating a moment of contemplative connection with Scotland's natural heritage.