This particular evening at Holkham offered one of those moments artists live for - when the setting sun breaks through storm clouds, creating drama in both sky and sea.

I worked with strong contrasts here, building dark, moody clouds that allowed the golden light to burst through with real impact. The technique was all about capturing that intensity - splattered paint for the spray where light hit water, bold strokes in the clouds, and careful layering to achieve the luminous quality of sunlight on the sea.

The deep indigos of the water against the bright golds of the sky created exactly that emotional resonance I was seeking - that breathtaking moment when nature puts on her finest show.