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Vanitas III Painting
United States
Painting, Oil on Canvas
Size: 20 W x 16 H x 0.8 D in
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Original, contemporary vanitas still life oil painting on canvas. Vanitas are a form of still life that contain rich symbolism surrounding the transitory nature of life as well as the futility in the acquistion of things. Taking that as a starting point this painting was developed using objects with similar references but within the context of brighter colors and a more abstract and expressive interpretation. The ideas of mortality and impermanence are treated in a more celebratory manner. Where the idea of life on earth having an ending becoming a reason to live fully with enthusiasm. The acquisition of things in that context can be viewed as adding to the enjoyment of life. In this work, dried weeds were used instead of flowers intentionally. Their state of afterlife to me was beautiful. Equally important in this rendering are the pronounced shadows. Giving them prominence within the composition acknowledges their importance to being able to fully know pleasure and enjoyment. Over all the paintings vibrant color and strong line add to its dynamic energy. The strong geometric influence adds to it's contemporary flavor and style. This is an original oil painting that was created on a gallery wrapped canvas. There is plenty of visible brushwork that provides character and texture to the work while offering a deeper experience for the viewer. This is signed and ready for framing. If you have any questions on the painting please contact me. Thank you, Catherine
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Painting:Oil on Canvas
Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork
Size:20 W x 16 H x 0.8 D in
Frame:Not Framed
Ready to Hang:Yes
Packaging:Ships in a Box
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ARTISTS STATEMENT: I observe, and participate in, the change of hues. I stand alone in a perspective—influenced by the roads and detours that I’ve chosen. The subjects I interpret on canvas dance with tradition, but underneath exists an individual search for freedom. As a creator, I’ve always been interested in working with color. I see my life as having a palette of its own and I seek to have the chroma of my experiences come through in my paintings. Over time, I’ve realized the only way to achieve this goal is to risk exposure—to unveil my simplified forms to the viewer. Whether the forms operate within the context of landscape or still life, the resulting narrative is always a story of merit, regardless of public perception or understanding. BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION: I was born in Vancouver, BC in 1958 and then moved to California which is where my parents originally met. I lived there until I was 6 when my family moved across the US to New Jersey for my father's work. I grew up in a creative family and pursued art in college only to leave it upon graduation, dabbling with it over the years that followed. In 2010 I returned to painting on a more committed basis. This was spawned by some significant life changes and painting became my respite. I still reside in New Jersey and as an artist I appreciate the proximity to both Philadelphia and New York City. I've been showing my work since 2011 and continue to do so.
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