This 14” round Coho Salmon painting is an original encaustic artwork inspired by the bold color and power of salmon in peak season. The deep reds and rich greens of the fish stand out against layered turquoise water, built up with molten beeswax for that luminous, dimensional effect encaustic is known for.
Coho salmon are famous for their aggressive strikes and strong fall river runs. In the Great Lakes, they transform from bright silver to intense red and olive tones as they prepare to spawn — and that dramatic color shift is what makes them so striking. This piece captures that energy and strength just beneath the surface.
Along the shoreline, real Petoskey stones and natural sand are embedded directly into the wax, creating authentic texture and a true Michigan connection. The stones are fused into the encaustic layers, making the shoreline physically part of the artwork.
The round format gives it a clean, modern look while still feeling rustic and outdoorsy — perfect for a lake house, fishing cabin, office, or gift for a serious angler.
Details:
• 14” round wood panel
• Original encaustic (beeswax + damar resin + pigment)
• Real Petoskey stones and sand embedded in wax
• Ready to hang
• Signed on back
• Buffed to a soft satin finish
The surface has natural depth and subtle sheen that shifts beautifully in different light.
Perfect for Great Lakes fishermen, Michigan locals, salmon enthusiasts, or anyone who loves bold freshwater fish art.