Where does that green come from?

Jane and I, St. Pete. Beach, FL

Often I am asked what inspires me or where do your colors come from.  Well, this is a picture of my childhood friend and I in the Gulf of Mexico last summer.  I grew up in this area of Florida and I think this is where that green comes from.  What do you think?

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