Out on the River Teign – Original Oil Painting by Clare Jenkinson

Out on the River Teign – Original Oil Painting by Clare Jenkinson

Few places capture the spirit of South Devon quite like the River Teign and the Tign Estuary.

In this beautiful original oil painting, local Devon artist Clare Jenkinson invites us onto the water itself, sharing a personal moment spent rowing her dinghy beneath warm sunshine as gentle patterns of light danced across the estuary’s surface.

The painting is inspired by Clare’s experience of being surrounded by water, sky and landscape, where every ripple creates a changing pattern and every movement of the boat becomes part of the scene. Looking towards the softly rolling hills that frame the estuary, she captures not only the landscape itself but also the feeling of being completely immersed within it.

Using rich oil paints applied with a palette knife, Clare creates layers of texture that bring movement and energy to the artwork. The marks echo the rhythm of the water and the motion of the boat, while the changing reflections create a sense of calm that draws the viewer deeper into the painting.

The result is an artwork that feels both peaceful and alive. It is a celebration of Devon’s unique beauty and a reminder of those quiet moments when time slows down and nature takes centre stage.

For those who know and love Teignmouth, Shaldon and the Teign Estuary, this painting offers an enduring connection to a much-loved landscape. For others, it provides a window into one of Devon’s most beautiful waterways and the sense of freedom and tranquillity that comes with being out on the water.

Whether displayed in a living room, hallway, study or coastal home, this original artwork brings warmth, colour and a lasting sense of calm to any space.

About the Artist

Clare Jenkinson is a Devon-based artist whose work is deeply inspired by the natural world and the landscapes around her. Her paintings explore texture, rhythm and pattern, often drawing inspiration from the coastline, estuaries, wildlife and botanical forms of South West England. Through expressive mark-making and a sensitive use of colour, Clare creates artworks that capture not just a place, but the experience of being there. Read more about Clare Jenkinson.

Out on the River Teign Artwork Details

• Original oil painting
• Artist: Clare Jenkinson
• Subject: The Teign Estuary, Devon
• Medium: Oil paint applied with palette knife techniques
• Professionally framed
• Original one-of-a-kind artwork
• Ready to hang

A beautiful piece for collectors of Devon art, lovers of coastal landscapes, and anyone who wishes to bring the calm beauty of the Teign Estuary into their home.