“Holiday Sketch at Coogee” is an artwork by Tom Roberts, created in 1888. This piece is part of the Impressionism art movement and falls under the landscape genre. The artwork captures a coastal scene with meticulous attention to light and color, typical of the Impressionist style.
In the artwork, a tranquil beach is depicted with a vibrant blue sea contrasting against the sandy shore. The foreground features a few trees with dark foliage, providing a sense of depth and framing the scene elegantly. Small groups of people are scattered along the beach, suggesting leisure and relaxation. The distant hills and clear sky give a sense of expansiveness and tranquility to the composition. Roberts’ use of broad brushstrokes and a rich color palette effectively conveys the serene atmosphere and picturesque beauty of Coogee Beach.
