David James
British · 26 artworks
RealismGlazingLayeringTonal accuracyDetailed brushworkAtmospheric perspective
artist bio
David James is a contemporary British artist known for his realistic seascapes, particularly those depicting the Cornish coastline. His paintings capture the dynamic energy and beauty of the ocean through careful observation and skillful rendering of light and water.
what you'll learn
Studying David James' work allows students to understand the principles of realistic painting, focusing on accurate representation of natural elements like water and light. Students can learn to observe and recreate subtle tonal variations and textures to convey depth and movement.
related: Winslow Homer, Gustave Courbet
26 artworks
The Breaking Wave
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Fistral Bay, Cornwall, Evening
1896
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Breaking Waves I
1890
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A Cornish Bay
1890
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A Cornish Roller
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A Ground Sea
1895
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Cornish Rollers
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A Summer's Day, Gurnard's Head, Cornwall
1890
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Sea Piece
1882
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A Grey Day off the Coast of Cornwall
1894
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Rising Tide, Coast of Scilly
1885
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The Breakers
1900
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Isles of Scilly
1886
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Breaking Waves
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Rolling Breakers
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Blown on the Wind
1898
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A Breezy Day, Cornwall
1890
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Summer Evening, Broad Haven Sands
1887
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Waves Breaking on a Rocky Coast
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When the Wind Blows the Sea In'
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Seascape
1885
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Seascape, Storm Breakers
1892
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Bradda Head
1893
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The Inrushing Tide
1895
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A Cornish Breaker
1896
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Evening Tide
1899
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