Steve Hanks: When the Fog Rolls In Print | 545/1650 | Near Mint Never Framed
Steve Hanks: When the Fog Rolls In Print | 545/1650 | Near Mint Never Framed
Technical Details
Artist: Steve Hanks (1949–2015)
Title: When the Fog Rolls In
Medium: Limited Edition Lithograph on Paper
Year Published: 2000
Publisher: Hadley House
Edition Number: 545/1650
Image Size: 31-1/2"h x 16"w
Sheet Size: 36-1/4"h x 20-1/2"w
Condition: Near Mint, Never Framed - Very light area with handling marks at top near edge (more likely storage), outside of framing area
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist
Documentation: Includes original publisher-issued Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
Description of Artwork
"When the Fog Rolls In" is a compelling example of Steve Hanks’ ability to capture atmospheric stillness and the quietude of the Pacific coast. The composition features a lone woman standing at a railing, looking out into a soft, encroaching mist. Hanks utilizes a sophisticated palette of muted grays, blues, and earth tones to convey the physical and emotional weight of the fog.
As is characteristic of his "emotional realism," the subject is captured in a moment of deep reflection. The intricate detail of the weathered wood and the delicate rendering of the subject's clothing provide a sharp contrast to the soft, diffused background. This work is highly regarded by collectors for its mastery of mood and its invitation to the viewer to pause and find beauty in the quiet transitions of nature.
Artist Bio: Steve Hanks
Steve Hanks (1949–2015) was one of the most celebrated watercolor artists of his generation. Known for a style he termed "emotional realism," Hanks often left the faces of his subjects turned away, allowing the viewer’s own emotions to fill the space. His mastery of light—how it filters through fabric or reflects off water—is widely considered some of the finest in contemporary art history.
Over his prolific career, Hanks received the highest accolades in the art world, including the National Watercolor Society Merit Award and the Gold Medal from the National Academy of Western Art. He was a frequent "Artist of the Year" for various national expositions and remained dedicated to the watercolor medium, pushing it to levels of detail and realism rarely seen.
Provenance and Authentication
We provide a 100% Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity for this work. This print was acquired from a retired North Carolina frame shop in February/March 2026 is new and has never been framed.
Inquiry & Shipping
Shipping: Ships rolled in a heavy-duty shipping tube.
Inquiries: Please contact SecondMoonshot for high-resolution images of the art, edition numbering, and documentation.
Framing: Available upon request.
