Half Moon - Original Oil Painting by John McKinstry showing a dark blue night sky

Half Moon

$1,200.00

An original oil painting on gallery-wrapped canvas. Half Moon captures the quiet solitude of the coast at midnight. Heavily textured with palette knife work.

  • Dimensions: 24" x 30" x 1.5"
  • Medium: Oil on Canvas
  • Status: Original, One of a kind
  • Framing: Painted edges, ready to hang
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SKU: JMA-ORIG-042 Category: Originals, Landscapes Tags: Blue, Night Sky, Moon, Texture

About This Artwork

Half Moon was inspired by a late-night walk along the cliffs of [Location Name]. The goal of this piece was to explore the limited light spectrum available at night—how greens turn to black and blues become infinitely deep.

I used a combination of cold wax medium and oil paint to build up physical layers on the canvas. The moon itself is created with impasto strokes, catching the light in the room just as the real moon catches the sun. This piece brings a sense of calm and mystery to any space.

Technical Details

This is an original painting on a high-quality gallery-wrapped canvas. The sides are painted a deep charcoal/black, creating a finished look that does not require framing (though a float frame would look stunning). It is wired on the back and ready to hang immediately.

All original paintings are packed with extreme care. We ship via FedEx Ground with tracking and insurance included. Please allow 3-5 business days for handling to ensure the packaging is secure.