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| Watercolor on paper, 14 x 16 inches (image), 16 x 20 inches (paper) |
Artist: Goran Hodzic (2025) Price: $400
In “Carlisle II,” Goran Hodzic celebrates a cherished symbol of Kitsap County maritime history: the Carlisle II, one of the last remaining Mosquito Fleet vessels still in active service. Painted in a crisp palette of Pacific Northwest blues and greens, the ferry glides across the sunlit waters of Sinclair Inlet, its passengers enjoying a quiet ride beneath the distant presence of Mount Rainier.
The composition exudes both motion and stillness—gulls soar and perch nearby, water ripples beneath the hull, and the boat moves toward the viewer, inviting a sense of nostalgia and calm. Hodzic's hallmark attention to detail renders the ferry's curved railings, painted trim, and human figures with gentle care, giving life to a scene both historic and immediate.
Born in Bosnia in 1980 and now living in Port Orchard, Washington, Goran Hodzic brings a deeply personal sensibility to his watercolors. At 44, his work reflects a union of displacement and belonging—rooted in both memory and place. His art, often grounded in local landmarks and quiet natural beauty, invites viewers to reflect on the passage of time and the enduring rhythms of daily life.
“Carlisle II” is more than a portrait of a vessel—it’s a tribute to continuity, community, and the enduring grace of everyday journeys across familiar waters.
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