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Since Remarkably Bright Creatures introduced so many viewers to the soulful charm of these underwater beings, our fascination with octopuses has only deepened. Into the Blue is a celebration of that connection: a luminous, large-scale original painting that brings wonder, movement, and emotion into your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eThis 40x40 inch artwork is built with heavy, layered texture that gives the piece a sculptural presence. Thick brushwork and rich oil layers create depth you can almost feel, while the glowing whites and soft pinks of the octopus seem to emerge from the deep cobalt sea. The sweeping tentacles curl and dance across the canvas, creating a sense of motion and personality that changes with the light throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eMore than just coastal décor, this painting invites you into a story. It captures the octopus as both creature and character with intelligence, grace, and quietly resilience. The textured surface, moody blues, and luminous highlights make it a striking statement piece for a living room, study, coastal retreat, or collector’s wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eWhy collectors love it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eLarge statement size: 40×40 inches with strong visual impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eHeavy textured finish: layered paint creates dimension and tactile depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eOriginal one-of-a-kind artwork: no prints or reproductions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eEmotionally resonant subject: inspired by our cultural fascination with octopuses and their remarkable intelligence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eVersatile coastal palette: deep ocean blues, luminous whites, and soft blush tones complement both modern and traditional interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003eThis underwater series came about as Sophie was experimenting with solvent reactions and oil paints. The piece was created on a refurbished canvas, from an abstract landscape with textured plaster ranges. It added more dimension to the ocean floor background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:lucida sans unicode,lucida grande,sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This painting includes my signature hidden butterfly - a quiet detail found in my newer oil works. Each butterfly is unique and placed with intention, becoming part of the landscape itself.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophie Dare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52345133859096,"sku":null,"price":3250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/4941\/6728\/files\/MDAwMDAwMDAwMDAw7QGraePd6CACehR_ZcfBFYwXu2FyveAYEUnRGwCTQQQLtneRwWETeR6yOMFIOjy24aDow_LJj7F22f2vd2S3k0FN_38EZqodfTc2xEuhDJufAHDziomoKXOdJ3Hs_jG_Da6jI5Eudq_OlWAGPJ5eMn5LWVqtOIajUmKcckF.jpg?v=1782768704"},{"product_id":"bison-herd-in-snow","title":"Bison Perseverance","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eThis striking painting depicts a herd of bison navigating through a snowy landscape, inspired by the work of Yellowstone photographer Beth Slagle. Sophie employs textured layers of oil paint applied with a palette knife, creating a loose, ethereal atmosphere that captures the essence of winter. Each bison is detailed impressionistically, showcasing their strength and resilience against the backdrop of softly falling snow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eA hidden butterfly within the artwork symbolizes hope and new beginnings, adding a layer of meaning to this captivating piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eShipped free from Florida to anywhere in the U.S., this artwork is a perfect addition to your space, inviting a sense of nature's beauty and perseverance into your home. International orders may incur additional fees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This painting includes my signature hidden butterfly - a quiet detail found in my newer oil works. Each butterfly is unique and placed with intention, becoming part of the landscape itself.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase Now with Free Shipping in the US. Int'l orders may incur additional fees. Upon order, your select original will be packaged carefully in Orange Park, Florida and shipped via UPS, with a thank-you gift!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophie Dare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52345134186776,"sku":null,"price":3450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/4941\/6728\/files\/MDAwMDAwMDAwMDAw7QGraePd6CACehR_ZcfBFYwXu2FyveAYEUnRGwCTQQQLtneRwWETeR6yOMFIOjy24aDow_LJj7F22f2vd2S3k0FN_38EZqodfTc2xEuhDJufAHDziomoKXOdJ3Hs_jG_Da6jI5Eudq_OlWAGPJ5eMn5LWVqtP4apWGKEdhJ.jpg?v=1782768718"},{"product_id":"parenthood-deer-in-snow","title":"Parenthood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eThis painting of a Deer and babe in the snow was loosely referenced from photographer, Gosia Pisowicz, with permission. It is painted in oils with a solvent technique for a loose ethereal snow atmosphere. Extra thickness is used to accent the snow that is caking on their backside.\u003cbr\u003e\nit is now included with an ornate vintage frame (25\"x29\") of black and gold and ready to hang. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:18px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eFree shipping from Florida in the US.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophie Dare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52345134481688,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/4941\/6728\/files\/MDAwMDAwMDAwMDAw7QGraePd6CACehR_ZcfBFYwXu2FyveAYEUnRGwCTQQQLtneRwWETeR6yOMFIOjy24aDow_LJj7F22f2vd2S3k0FN_38EZqodfTc2xEuhDJufAHDziomoKXOdJ3Hs_jG_Da6jI5Eudq_OlWAGPJ5eMn5LWVqtO4OiVGKZcwZ.jpg?v=1782768726"},{"product_id":"kiawah-cows-in-blush","title":"Kiawah Blush Cows","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:verdana,geneva,sans-serif;\"\u003eFrom beloved trips to the Kiawah River community, these Belted Galloway cows are content in their grazing in a late afternoon, with blush tones sweeping across the sky. Painted in oil on canvas, capture the memory for your home or collect several works in Sophie's Kiawah series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This painting includes my signature hidden butterfly - a quiet detail found in my newer oil works. Each butterfly is unique and placed with intention, becoming part of the landscape itself.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCollectors are encouraged to discover it in their own time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase Now with Free Shipping in the US. Int'l orders may incur additional fees. Your select original will be packaged carefully in Orange Park, Florida and shipped via UPS, with a thank-you gift!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophie Dare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52345137103128,"sku":null,"price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/4941\/6728\/files\/MDAwMDAwMDAwMDAw7QGraePd6CACehR_ZcfBFYwXu2FyveAYEUnRGwCTQQQLtneRwWETeR6yOMFIOjy24aDow_LJj7F22f2vd2S3k0FN_38EZqodfTc2xEuhDJufAHDziomoKXOdJ3Hs_jG_Da6jI5Eudq_OlWAGPJ5eMn5LWVqtOYaoWGKMNh1.jpg?v=1782768778"},{"product_id":"florida-cracker-cattle-field","title":"Historic Florida Cracker Cattle at Dawn","description":"\u003carticle data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-turn=\"assistant\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:44cf15ad-618b-4400-a4f2-2c5b3574356d-0\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"214\" data-start=\"88\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"123\" data-start=\"88\"\u003eHistoric Florida Cracker Cattle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"126\" data-start=\"123\"\u003e\nOil on Canvas | 36 x 36 inches\u003cbr data-end=\"159\" data-start=\"156\"\u003e\nNow Showing at Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"400\" data-start=\"216\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eThere’s something sacred about a Florida sunset — that wide, glowing horizon, the quiet hum of pastureland, and the silhouettes of cattle who’ve shaped our state’s story for centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"807\" data-start=\"402\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eThis 36x36 original oil painting captures a peaceful herd of historic Florida Cracker cattle beneath a dramatic morning sky. The brushwork in the clouds moves with energy and softness - lavenders, blues, and streaks of golden fire melting into the horizon - while the land below rests in warm, grassy stillness. The cattle stand calmly, grounded and strong, embodying resilience and heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"809\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eThe Florida Cracker breed is one of the oldest in the United States, descended from cattle brought by Spanish explorers in the 1500s. They are part of Florida’s living history - hardy, independent, and deeply rooted in Southern ranching tradition. For collectors who value authenticity and a connection to place, this piece tells a story that runs deeper than the canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1419\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eAt 36x36 inches, it has a commanding yet balanced presence - ideal as a focal point in a living room, office, ranch home, or Southern-inspired interior. The square format gives it a contemporary feel, while the subject keeps it timeless.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eNow exhibiting at Jacksonville International Airport, this painting invites viewers - travelers and locals alike - to pause and remember the quiet beauty of Old Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1664\" data-start=\"1592\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:georgia,serif;\"\u003eOriginal oil painting. 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