This is a portrait of a mother and child. The pose and subject matter emulate "Theotokos" images and Byzantine icons. The reference to a classical subject lends an academic feel to the work.
I have retained the basic elements of my figurative style in this series: flat planes of color, neutral figures, and sharp contrast, and have added interesting elements to the figure. Two-tone block shading of the flesh creates a sense of depth and contour. The subtle shades of sepia and ochre add color and life to my previously neutral palette, as do the tones of pink on the lips and a touch of rouge on the cheeks. There are subtle patterns in the clothing and small details that will be appreciated even more over time. The subtle light source at the upper right adds depth to the background. This piece is classically conceived and executed with a fresh, modern feel. I accept commissions for similar portraits, which are popular for baby showers, anniversary, and Mother's Day.
SIZE: 18in wide x 24in tall
MEDIA: Acrylic painting on gallery-wrapped canvas with painted sides, sealed in an archival glossy clear-coat, comes ready-to-hang.
SHIPPING: My shipping costs include packaging materials and UPS fees, and all paintings are fully insured for the purchase price. For pieces 24x30 and larger, this also includes professional UPS packaging services - this is the absolute safest way to ship work. If you order multiple paintings, they may arrive in separate boxes. Internation [
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This is a portrait of a mother and child. The pose and subject matter emulate "Theotokos" images and Byzantine icons. The reference to a classical subject lends an academic feel to the work.
I have retained the basic elements of my figurative style in this series: flat planes of color, neutral figures, and sharp contrast, and have added interesting elements to the figure. Two-tone block shading of the flesh creates a sense of depth and contour. The subtle shades of sepia and ochre add color and life to my previously neutral palette, as do the tones of pink on the lips and a touch of rouge on the cheeks. There are subtle patterns in the clothing and small details that will be appreciated even more over time. The subtle light source at the upper right adds depth to the background. This piece is classically conceived and executed with a fresh, modern feel. I accept commissions for similar portraits, which are popular for baby showers, anniversary, and Mother's Day.
SIZE: 18in wide x 24in tall
MEDIA: Acrylic painting on gallery-wrapped canvas with painted sides, sealed in an archival glossy clear-coat, comes ready-to-hang.
SHIPPING: My shipping costs include packaging materials and UPS fees, and all paintings are fully insured for the purchase price. For pieces 24x30 and larger, this also includes professional UPS packaging services - this is the absolute safest way to ship work. If you order multiple paintings, they may arrive in separate boxes. International buyers - please contact me for a shipping quote. International orders ship via USPS, and the buyer is responsible for additional brokerage and customs fees, which may be charged upon delivery.
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