Original artwork description:

This artwork is part of the Blue Reflections series, capturing the serene beauty of a blooming pond with floating water lily pads. Employing an impressionistic style, Sterling's interpretation infuses the scene with heightened vibrancy and emotion, offering viewers a more vivid and evocative experience. With each glance, the painting reveals new depths, inviting observers to immerse themselves in its tranquil ambiance.

For Sterling, painting serves as a creatively satisfying outlet, allowing him complete autonomy over the artistic process. While this freedom brings moments of success, it also entails full accountability for any shortcomings—a responsibility he embraces.

Describing his artistic approach as "Romantic Impressionism," Sterling finds resonance in the boldness and vitality of the style, which prioritizes evoking emotions over precise representation. Influenced by iconic artists such as Claude Monet, Joaquin Sorolla, and John Singer Sargent, Sterling's work resonates with an immediate and expressive quality, aiming to forge a deep emotional connection with viewers.

Embracing the freedom inherent in the creative process, Sterling finds fulfillment in the opportunity to explore and express his artistic vision—a sentiment he regards as the most precious aspect of being an artist.

Materials used:

oil paints

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