Silent Sea presents an expansive aerial view of the ocean, painted in oil and acrylic on canvas with Cornforth’s signature balance of simplicity and depth. The composition is minimal yet immersive, focusing on the meeting of water and light rather than human presence. The work sits comfortably within contemporary impressionistic seascape painting.
The palette is dominated by cool turquoise, sea-green, and misty white tones, layered with delicate brushwork that suggests movement without disturbance. Small, barely perceptible elements within the water provide scale, enhancing the sense of vastness and quiet isolation.
This original oil painting on canvas is available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art and online. Silent Sea captures a moment of calm and spatial openness, offering a visual pause that resonates long after viewing.

