THROUGH THE EYES OF ARTISTS

Northeast Florida is known for its natural beauty, including forests and beaches, as well as its intriguing urban landscapes and its Old Florida ambiance. So it’s no wonder artists love to depict the Jacksonville area’s many charms.

As a slight change of pace, in this issue we’ve selected local images from some of the region’s most highly regarded visual artists. Perhaps you’ve already seen some of these locations — or perhaps now, you’ll be seeing them in a new way.

Miss Rosa’s Naptime
Robert Leedy
The artist’s homage to a rapidly dwindling lifestyle in the sleepy fishing village of Mayport. This work was painted during “A Brush with Nature,” a plein air painting event sponsored by the North Florida Land Trust and the Cultural Center of Ponte Vedra. robertleedyart.com

Skylines 101
Mac Truque
The artist applies curiosity and wonder that inspires his two-year-old son to seize the fantasy world he’s been born into: one where father is an artist. The work details a balance between dreaming and discovering. facebook.com/mactruque

Lucy’s Garden
Allison Watson
This painting was inspired by the spring run from Ichetucknee Spring and named in honor of the artist’s mother. It captures the morning light along the run and is only accessible by kayak. allisonwatson.com

Morning on the River
Susan Davenport Ober
The artist’s depiction of the water garden of Broadview Terrace, under the haze of morning sun over the St Johns River and Jacksonville’s skyline. facebook.com/public/Susan-Davenport-Ober