Set of two Frank Kaczmarek (B. 1940) American, Etchings First piece titled “The Lighthouse” The viewer looks upon a lighthouse standing tall upon the shore. The building overlooks the peaceful blue water with fluffy clouds dancing across the skyline. The foreground is a peaceful mix of muted greens. Signed, lower right Numbered 3/200, lower left Second piece titled “Salt Marsh” This etching features an empty rowboat resting just off the shore of a shallow saltmarsh. The peaceful water, undisturbed by movement, reflects the tall green reeds which make up the background of the scene. Signed, lower right Numbered 82/200 Overall Size: 11 1/2 x 14 1/2 in. Sight Size: 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 in. Frame Thickness: 1 in. #5872 Frank Kaczmarek was born in Boston Massachusetts in 1940. The son of a fashion designer, Frank began painting and drawing at an early age. Basically a self-taught artist, Frank has worked with various media including watercolor, etching and silkscreen printing, specializing in sailing and nautical scenes and landscapes. The work is realistic, yet each image relies more on mood rather than a specific place or object for effect. An important aspect of Frank’s work involves the interaction of the watercolor and the moistened paper. He utilizes the absorbent properties of the paper to create a relaxing and calming effect while the hard etched line gives a contrasting realism to each print.