Catherine Sargeant's "Thrashing" powerfully captures the raw energy of turbulent waters in this compact mixed media piece. The circular 20 cm diameter work on plywood presents a dramatic contrast between deep midnight blues and foaming white waves, enhanced by the artist's innovative combination of oil, gloss and pigments. Sargeant has masterfully incorporated the title directly into the composition, with the word "thrashing" seemingly caught in the tumult of the breaking waves. The glossy surface creates a sense of wetness and movement, reflecting light in a way that brings the churning water to life, while the circular format perfectly contains the swirling energy of the scene.

The Power of Circular Composition
Displayed on a wall, this distinctive round artwork commands attention despite its intimate scale. The piece creates a powerful focal point, drawing viewers into its vortex of movement and emotion. "Thrashing" exemplifies how contemporary art can distil natural forces into concentrated visual experiences—the circular format enhancing the sense of a moment frozen in time. When hung in a space, the work's deep blues and dynamic whites create a powerful contrast against most wall colours, allowing this small but impactful piece to hold its own and invite repeated contemplation of nature's powerful, uncontainable energy.