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La Venus Negra Drawing
United States
Drawing, Pastel on Paper
Size: 12 W x 9 H x 0.1 D in
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About The Artwork
Josephine Baker was an American-born French dancer and singer who symbolized the beauty and vitality of Black American culture, which took Paris by storm in the 1920s. She went on to become one of the most popular music hall entertainers in France. As a child, I had heard stories of her but could not imagine the impact she made on the world. In 2017 the stars aligned for me; I was getting back into my art after years away and at the same time getting to know Josephine Baker. At the time, I was working primarily with pastels, and felt that a Josephine piece should be bright and vivid. I must have thumbed through dozens of portraits and entertainment photos looing for the right image. Did I want her dancing, posing? In the end one pose won me over - the one with her lying on her stomach, resting on her elbow, exuding a heavenly smile. But if so how could I capture her in motion? I needed to have her dance faintly in the background. Lastly, how tall is Josephine Baker in fame and legacy? She is comparable to the Eifel Tower, If I have succeeded, viewers will feel the joy, charisma, and sheer power of the timeless performer. They will enjoy a small (12 x 9) symbol of song and dance in turbulent times. They will be inspired to be the best version of themselves, even as we Josephine pushed to be the best version of herself.
Details & Dimensions
Drawing:Pastel on Paper
Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork
Size:12 W x 9 H x 0.1 D in
Frame:Not Framed
Ready to Hang:No
Packaging:Ships in a Box
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My name is Jeremy Phelps and I have been an artist practically since birth. Though all kids are natural artists, most of us put down the artistic tools and 'grow' out of it at a certain age. I never did. I have always appreciated the animation in cartoons and games, the way Disney makes magic happen on the big screen, and mostly the way fine artists make us feel with their two- and three-dimensional extensions of themselves. I've always known that this is my gift and my place in the world, to be an artist. I love to experiment with different mediums and subjects. I can create beautiful landscapes with colored pencils, vibrant portraits with pastels, and abstract compositions with acrylics. I enjoy the challenge of switching between different techniques and styles, and I feel like each medium has its own charm and personality. Sometimes I wonder if I should focus on one medium and master it, or if I should keep exploring and learning new things. Maybe I am afraid of missing out on something, or maybe I am just too curious and adventurous. The same dilemma applies to my subject interest. I like to draw animals, women, celebrities, historical narratives, plants, and anything that catches my eye. I don't want to limit myself to one theme or genre, but I also don't want to confuse my audience or lose my identity as an artist. How do you balance variety and consistency in art? That's a question that only time will tell for me.
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