Go Fish is a lively and quintessential example of Rebecca Lardner's much-loved coastal storytelling, bringing together all the signature elements that have made her one of the UK's most recognisable contemporary coastal artists. With her whimsical architecture, bustling harbours, and expressive seabirds, Lardner crafts a world that feels both familiar and enchantingly stylised-a celebration of seaside life through her uniquely playful lens.
In the foreground, Lardner introduces two of her favourite characters: puffins and seagulls. These birds, rendered with her characteristic blend of charm and painterly detail, appear alert and animated, as if mid-conversation about the day's catch. Their bright eyes, rounded forms, and gentle humour give the artwork an immediate focal point and a sense of warmth that draws viewers straight into the scene. While each bird is individual in expression and stance, together they form a lively introduction to the wider coastal narrative unfolding behind them.
Beyond the birds, the sea is alive with activity. A generous number of small fishing boats populate the water, some out at sea, others nearer the harbour walls. Their curved lines and slightly tilted positions echo Lardner's trademark sense of movement, creating a soft, rhythmic flow across the middle of the artwork. The subtle variation in hull colours and sails adds to the visual richness while maintaining her unified coastal palette of soft blues, creams, greys, and gentle accents.
To one side of the composition, a charming cluster of houses rises in Lardner's unmistakably "wonky" style. Their leaning walls, sloping roofs, and quirky angles create an animated skyline that feels both storybook-like and warmly nostalgic. This row of cottages acts as a framing element, guiding the eye back toward the busy harbourside, where tiny figures move through their daily routines-chatting, tending boats, strolling along the shoreline, and going about the rhythms of seaside life. Each miniature vignette adds depth to the scene, rewarding close looking with countless small details and visual stories.
Lardner's carefully controlled palette and light illustrative touch tie the composition together, creating an image that is bright, uplifting, and unmistakably her own. While brimming with detail, the artwork retains a gentle clarity and balance, making it both visually engaging and perfectly suited to home interiors inspired by coastal charm.
Presented as a limited edition giclée print on paper, Go Fish preserves all the subtle textures and brushwork of the original painting. It is completed with a double off-white mount and framed in the same contemporary off-white woodgrain frame used for Best Friends, Breakfast Bandits, and Fine and Dandy, ensuring a cohesive and elegant finish. This harmonious presentation enhances the artwork's soft coastal tones and makes it ready to display in any seaside-inspired space.
With an edition size of just 75, each piece is individually hand-signed and numbered by Rebecca Lardner and includes a certificate of authenticity. Go Fish is a delightful addition for collectors and admirers of her coastal world-full of character, narrative, and the joyful energy of the harbour.
Edition Size: 75 - Hand signed and numbered
Image Size: approx. 11.5 x 11.5 inches
Framed Size: approx. 20 x 21.5 inches
Medium: Giclée print on paper
Frame: Contemporary off-white woodgrain; double mounted in off-white
Includes: Certificate of Authenticity
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