Summer on the St. Marks

A serene depiction of Florida’s St. Marks River, where white egrets gather along the tranquil waters edged by lush subtropical foliage. Gioia masterfully captures the golden-green summer light filtering through the dense canopy, illuminating the scene with a warm glow that reflects delicately off the river’s surface. The painting beautifully portrays this protected waterway’s pristine ecosystem, with one bird in flight creating a moment of gentle movement against the still backdrop of ancient trees and placid waters.