Photorealistic Nature & Wildlife Art Coexist with the Wild
Photorealistic Nature & Wildlife Art Coexist with the Wild

Karang, Original Reef Painting

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Karang – Life Beneath the Surface

Original Karang acrylic painting by Charlotte Sutton.

Summary:
Karang—the Indonesian word for "reef"—is a vivid painting celebrating the sheer abundance and energy of coral reef life. Painted in radiant detail, the scene is alive with movement: schools of fish dart between coral formations as sunlight pierces the blue depths above. Painted by London-based photorealism artist Charlotte Sutton, this piece brings the magic and movement of the underwater world into your space.

The Story:
Charlotte was inspired by the dazzling biodiversity of Indonesia’s coral triangle—one of the most ecologically rich marine regions on the planet. In Karang, she captures not only the beauty of the reef, but its sense of pulse and community. Each fish species, coral structure, and beam of light was painted with care to reflect the layered harmony of this fragile habitat.
The painting’s name, Karang, pays tribute to the Indonesian language and the people who live closest to these reefs—often their first stewards and protectors. Beneath the surface, Karang invites us into a world that is thriving, but under threat—a call to celebrate and conserve our oceans before the colours fade.

A note from Charlotte…
Charlotte painted Karang in August 2023 in her Wandsworth Town studio. It was later exhibited at Green & Stone, London, as part of her Coexist solo show, and is now sold. Charlotte’s wildlife work aims to evoke emotion, foster connection, and spark a sense of stewardship through beauty and storytelling.

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Part of Charlotte’s Coexist collection, this piece celebrates the harmony between humanity and the wild. Through art, Charlotte invites collectors to connect deeply with animals while supporting conservation. A portion of proceeds from each print is donated to Coral Reef Alliance, who protect reef's all around the globe.

Painting Details:

  • Acrylic on canvas
  • Dimensions: 32 x 18 inches / 81 x 46cm
  • Framed in a thin ash wood box frame which has been stained blue to match the colours found in the painting
  • Framed dimensions: 33 x 20 inches / 85 x 51cm

Reference photo kindly supplied by Charlie Fenwick.

About the Artist
UK-based wildlife artist Charlotte Sutton blends fine detail with storytelling to create emotive, photorealistic animal portraits that connect collectors to the natural world.


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