“A Toast to Carmel”, original oil painting, 12”x16” by Daphne Wynne Nixon

“A Toast to Carmel” original oil on board, was painted by Daphne Wynne Nixon at Carmel Beach, California. It represents two friends (depicted by by their choice of drinks, a mimosa with a strawberry garnish, and a martini with an olive garnish) relaxing and enjoying the beach overlooking Pebble Beach Goof Course in the distance. The artist was intrigued by the play of light reflections on the alcohol in the two glasses …and had fun painting the tiny bubbles in the champagne.