Still Life with Figurine: Oil on Canvas [Drawing & Design]
Description/Abstract/Artist Statement
Artist Statement
This work is an exploration of the Dutch still-life painting style based off my own display. I chose a variety of textures and materials in hopes to understand how to best demonstrate the effect of light and shadow on each surface. I was influenced by the Baroque painter Caravaggio’s technique of utilizing high contrasting light and shadow, and sought to mimic a similar drama. I chose deep, rich colors with subtle but intricate highlights. The combination of a muted, shadowy background and reflective materials such as the ceramic figurine, glass bottles, and metal planter further play off this concept.
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
Elliott Jones
Presentation Type
Artwork
Disciplines
Graphic Design
Session Title
Art Exhibit
Location
Learning Commons @ Perry Library, Northeast Atrium
Start Date
2-3-2018 8:00 AM
End Date
2-3-2018 12:30 PM
Still Life with Figurine: Oil on Canvas [Drawing & Design]
Learning Commons @ Perry Library, Northeast Atrium
Artist Statement
This work is an exploration of the Dutch still-life painting style based off my own display. I chose a variety of textures and materials in hopes to understand how to best demonstrate the effect of light and shadow on each surface. I was influenced by the Baroque painter Caravaggio’s technique of utilizing high contrasting light and shadow, and sought to mimic a similar drama. I chose deep, rich colors with subtle but intricate highlights. The combination of a muted, shadowy background and reflective materials such as the ceramic figurine, glass bottles, and metal planter further play off this concept.