Currituck Beach Lighthouse

This original Currituck Beach Lighthouse painting captures the landmark’s distinctive red-brick tower beneath an open sky. Painted in oils with realistic detail, this one-of-a-kind coastal artwork celebrates the character and maritime heritage of North Carolina’s Outer Banks.

Bathed in soft coastal light, the Currituck Beach Lighthouse rises beyond windswept grasses, its brick façade glowing against an open North Carolina sky.

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Details & Highlights

Warm light settles over the red‑brick tower, letting the Currituck Beach Lighthouse rise with a calm, grounded presence above the trees. The scene feels unhurried, shaped by soft grasses and the quiet rhythm of the coast. That gentle steadiness reflects Teresa Bernard’s long practice in realism and her ability to draw emotional depth from even the most understated maritime settings.

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About This Painting

A red-brick lighthouse stands with quiet dignity beneath an open Carolina sky.

A red-brick lighthouse towers from the heart of a vibrant park, its rugged exterior left bare—untouched by paint—so the natural clay and russet tones speak for themselves. Nestled beside it is the keeper’s house, built of the same rich brick, creating a seamless architectural pairing. The surrounding grounds are open and tidy, composed entirely of lush summer grass. Tall trees form a soft backdrop in varying shades of green, their leaves full and vibrant in midsummer bloom. Above, a pale blue sky stretches across the canvas, dotted with soft clouds that drift gently, adding quiet rhythm to the scene. Every brushstroke is deliberate and serene, reflecting the peaceful stillness of the season. Teresa Bernard’s signature appears in the lower left corner of the painting.

“Currituck Beach Lighthouse” is an original oil painting on stretched canvas measuring 11 inches wide by 14 inches high. The canvas edges are side-stapled and left raw or unpainted. Framing is recommended prior to display. The artwork arrives unframed, making it easy to customize to your taste and interior style. A customized Certificate of Authenticity is included, hand-signed and stamped with the artist’s personal embossed seal.

Part of Teresa’s celebrated Lighthouses of the World Series, “Currituck Beach Lighthouse” honors North Carolina’s maritime heritage with realism and quiet grace. The painting showcases architectural precision, tranquil atmosphere, and a narrative style that reflects the spirit of its setting. Warm tones, balanced composition, and midsummer light give the piece a distinct sense of place and emotional depth. A meaningful choice for lighthouse enthusiasts or coastal art lovers seeking beauty rooted in place and story.

The actual canvas art does not have the copyright watermark ©️ teresabernardart.com.

Artist Reflections

One summer, my husband Robert and I loaded up the kids and headed to the Outer Banks (OBX) to see the lighthouses we had heard so much about. We were living in Virginia at the time while Robert was serving in the military, which put the North Carolina coast close enough for a family adventure.

Currituck Beach Lighthouse was our first stop—and my very first encounter with a lighthouse. What immediately caught my artist’s eye was its distinctive red-brick tower. It was unlike the painted lighthouses I was accustomed to seeing in photographs, and the warm brick rising above the surrounding greenery made a lasting impression on me.

We were also able to go inside and climb the 220 steps to the top. Experiencing the lighthouse from the inside and seeing the Outer Banks from that height made the visit even more memorable. It was no longer simply an interesting landmark I had seen in pictures; it became a place I had personally experienced.

Those memories are what inspired me to create this original lighthouse oil painting. I wanted to capture the distinctive character of the red-brick tower and preserve something of that first experience of seeing and climbing a lighthouse. For me, this North Carolina lighthouse painting is both a portrait of a historic Outer Banks landmark and a reminder of the family trip that first introduced me to lighthouses.

—Teresa Bernard, oil painting

Comments from Art Lovers

“Hi, can’t say enough about your work and enjoyed your seascapes. I live on the coast in Nova Scotia and paint with oils as well. Lighthouses are my favorite subject.” — Rex, Nova Scotia, Canada

“Love your work! I visited there 25+ years ago – so tranquil.” — @Eelliott001, Gab

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