"Polite Conversation," a 24 x 30 framed original abstract painting by Charlotte Pottieger

Painted during a slow, sun-soaked week at the beach, Polite Conversation captures the feeling of easy summer mornings—salty air drifting in, coffee brewing, and the hum of relaxed chatter. This piece brings that light, coastal calm into your home with a lively palette that’s both soothing and full of energy. Let your eyes wander across layers of white, lilac, buff, lavender, cornflower blue, violet, and moss green—woven with joyful pops of fuchsia, graphite scribbles, and hints of turquoise and pink. Rich in texture and detail, this piece invites you to pause, breathe, and stay awhile. Acrylic, graphite, and oil pastel on canvas, 24 x 30 in a solid wood float frame with a metallic gold finish. About the Cocktail Party Collection Inspired by childhood memories of my grandparents’ gatherings—full of laughter, clinking glasses, and butterfly-shaped crackers—this collection celebrates togetherness, hospitality, and joy. Each piece captures the easy charm of a party in full swing. Polite Co