All Hands Abandon Ship!

We find ourselves in the Golden Age of Piracy. Just now, this sailing ship (inspired by the Dutch pinnace Duyfken) has been blasted to pieces by a Spanish warship. The main mast is broken, the yard of the foresail is crashing down onto the fleeing pirates. Some sails have gone overboard, but they are still connected to numerous lines, making navigation impossible. The ship is tilting dangerously, already taking on water, and there is absolute chaos as sailors desperately try to untangle the entwined parts. As if that weren't enough, the sea becomes increasingly treacherous. In the midst of the roaring ocean, those lucky enough to find a place in the few rowboats are fortunate. Here, no one had time to gather their few belongings. Everyone is fighting for their survival.

Finally, I found some time again for a personal artwork. Honestly, I must say that I've spent years with this image. It serves as my testing ground to learn new techniques. I'm very pleased that I was finally able to complete the picture, and I hope you like it.