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Corrie, Isle of Arran

Orrock

1850

watercolor

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Corrie, Isle of Arran is a 1850 watercolor by Orrock, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Orrock
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This watercolor shows a rocky shore meeting choppy waves. Jagged cliffs rise in the background, with patches of grass clinging to the edges. The sky is pale and hazy, blending into the distant sea. Notice how the artist used soft, blended strokes to show light hitting the rocks and water. It looks like the scene was painted outside, with quick brushwork to capture the mood. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more paintings like this up close.

About the artist

Artist

Orrock

Orrock was the quiet watercolour artist who followed the light like a lighthouse keeper, chasing Scottish castles and coves whenever the weather cleared.

See the richer artist page