Provenance
Consigned to American Legacy Fine Arts; from the private collection of the Katherine A. Norris Legacy Collection, Huntington Beach, California, by descent; acquired in 2003 by Katherine A. Norris, Newport Beach, California from the Artist
Description
“On the Beach, Bodega Bay” by Laurie Kersey captures the quiet vitality of a Northern California coastal scene with her signature blend of realism and impressionistic brushwork. The painting depicts beachgoers strolling along the misty shoreline beneath rugged cliffs, while the sea gently laps at the sand. Large dark rocks in the foreground anchor the composition, drawing the viewer into the tranquil rhythm of the waves and the leisurely activity of the figures beyond. Kersey’s nuanced palette—muted earth tones balanced by soft seafoam hues—conveys the coastal atmosphere with understated elegance. This work reflects her keen sensitivity to place, atmosphere, and light, hallmarks of her celebrated plein air practice. Laurie Kersey is an established California artist with a solid collector base and a strong presence in regional exhibitions and plein air circles.
Created: 2003
Signed: “B.L. Kersey” on lower left
Frame:
Crafted by the Art & Frame Company of Costa Mesa, California. The frame features a rich, hand-finished burl wood veneer with warm reddish-brown tones that complement the coastal palette of the painting.
Verso:
Inscribed by the artist on the top stretcher bar: “On the Beach, Bodega Bay” – Laurie Kersey – 2003
Gallery label from American Legacy Fine Arts, Pasadena, California
Framer’s label from Art & Frame Company, Costa Mesa, California
