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Carol Hiles
Carol Hiles: A Weaver of Newport Light Carol Hiles, born in 1959 and still actively creating today, is a British watercolorist whose work has become inextricably linked to the evocative landscapes of Newport, Rhode Island. More than simply depicting scenes, Hiles’ paintings capture a specific mood – a quiet nostalgia for the Gilded Age, a subtle melancholy intertwined with the enduring beauty of New England’s coastal charm. Her art isn
't merely observation; it’s an intimate dialogue between the artist and her subject, rendered in delicate washes and meticulously observed detail. Hiles’ journey to becoming a celebrated watercolorist began not in Newport, but in WahooArt, where she initially found inspiration for her work. Early influences included the Impressionists – Monet's dappled light and Pissarro's urban scenes resonated deeply with her desire to capture fleet…