Original artwork description:

This artwork is a testament to the power of simplicity, capturing a moment of introspective tranquility that resonates deeply with the viewer. Its use of light and shadow as compositional elements is very effective, resulting in a three-dimensional scene that feels vibrant and alive.

The implementation of a three-quarter angle was well done, maintaining the subject's anonymity while providing just enough of a profile for the viewer to empathize with. This angle also effectively highlights the details of their strap dress and bun, elements that are visually interesting and add to the overall richness of the composition.

The bright yellow flowers create a commendable contrast, successfully bringing the viewer's attention toward it amidst the supra-saturated background. The pot's dark colors have been used creatively to balance the hue transition, helping ensure that the flowers do not overpower the subtlety of the girl's figure.

Materials used:

oil paint

Tags:
#oil painting #impressionist #figurative painting #portrait girl #figurative #girl 

Reverie (2022)

Oil painting 
by Richard K. Jolley

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This artwork is a testament to the power of simplicity, capturing a moment of introspective tranquility that resonates deeply with the viewer. Its use of light and shadow as compositional elements is very effective, resulting in a three-dimensional scene that feels vibrant and alive.

The implementation of a three-quarter angle was well done, maintaining the subject's anonymity while providing just enough of a profile for the viewer to empathize with. This angle also effectively highlights the details of their strap dress and bun, elements that are visually interesting and add to the overall richness of the composition.

The bright yellow flowers create a commendable contrast, successfully bringing the viewer's attention toward it amidst the supra-saturated background. The pot's dark colors have been used creatively to balance the hue transition, helping ensure that the flowers do not overpower the subtlety of the girl's figure.

Materials used:

oil paint

Tags:
#oil painting #impressionist #figurative painting #portrait girl #figurative #girl 
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Richard K. Jolley

Location United States

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There is something about those fleeting moments of patterns of light that compels me to capture and share them. I believe I am mainly influenced by tonalism and... Read more

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