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Celebrating the images of everyday life and reminding us of the beauty that surrounds us, the still life artist is able to make captivating subjects out of the simplest and most ordinary of objects. Through her artistic vision an arrangement of objects becomes a spectacular interplay of colors, shapes, and textures. |
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Throughout history the human form has always been one of the most evocative subjects in art and continues to stir us today. Whether an expressive abstraction of the figure or an engaging portrait with a telling likeness, the figurative subject compels an immediate and intimate connection with the viewer.
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Images include coastal waters, pastoral meadows, and wooded forests. They may be depicted with subtle nuances of light and atmosphere or expressed with a great deal of vigor. Regardless of their style, they provide an irresistible escape from our daily lives and connect us with the restorative effects of earth, sky, and water. |
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Artists, like the rest of us, are intrigued with the
fascinating duality that animals and fowl possess. Their behavior, which often mirrors our own, can be
seen as majestic, humorous, or savage.
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This rather broad category includes art works that are surreal, futuristic, abstract, minimalist or nonrepresentational.
Some of the art is intensely colored with bold, lively brushwork. Other works are tranquil and pared down to only a few visual elements.
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The outspoken artist uses his work as a vehicle to express his views and reflect on contemporary society. Political, environmental, religious, and social issues are the predominant subjects explored by the artist and brought to light upon his canvas.
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Artists and craftsmen who produce functional pieces such as furniture, pottery, or jewelry must consider the practical uses or applications of their art as well as its beauty and craftsmanship. |
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