Pemaquid Lighthouse...palette knife painting by Peg Whitacre

Many lighthouses are tall and majestic, but Pemaquid doesn't need height to make it a real beauty. Size is not important here since this lighthouse sits at the top of a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.  The grounds around the light are rocky making it fun to paint with a palette knife.  Visitors can often been seen climbing up and down the rocks that lead to the water's edge.  Since it has easy access, Pemaquid is one of the most frequently visited on the Maine Coast.h

Yaquina Head Lighthouse...Palette Knife Painting by Peg Whitacre

Yaquina Head Lighthouse is located on the Pacific Coast of Oregon.  Because of its situation on a rock outcropping, this very picturesque lighthhouse draws many visitors including lots of photographers and artists.  Built in 1873 the building is in remarkably good condition for its age with very little repair work over the years.  Under the care of the Yaquina Bay Coast Guard, the light is not open to the public without special arrangements.  But the grounds are open and the views are impressive.  This is an oil painting on canvas, 24x18, done mainly with palette knife but parts done with brushes.  It is available directly from the artist...pwhitacre@att.net....865-932-6729.