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View of Altea from Serra Gelada Natural Park (Alicante Seascape)

This captivating large-scale acrylic painting showcases a vibrant palette and energetic brushwork, inspired by the Fauvist techniques of Matisse and Derain, while also reflecting Hockney's modern landscape interpretations. The artwork, part of a recent series, depicts the Mediterranean Sea as seen through a row of trees from the Serra Gelada National Park in La Marina Baixa, located in the Costa Blanca region of Spain. In the background, the town of Altea is situated beneath the Sierra Bernia mountain range. The foreground features tall, colorful tree trunks painted in striking blues, warm oranges, and pinks. Through the trees, the shimmering pale blue tones of the Mediterranean waters are visible. The loose, sketchy leaves create an impression of a warm summer breeze on the mountainside. This impressive piece is signed on the front and is ready for display

In her latest collection, "New Wild Beasts," Kirsty Wain presents a series of oil and acrylic paintings inspired by the Fauvist genre of the early 20th century. This vibrant body of work captures the essence of the Spanish landscape and seascapes. The Fauvist movement, known for its focus on painterly techniques and vivid colours, marked a departure from the realistic representations typical of Impressionism. Influenced by this earlier artistic trend, Matisse and his followers embraced a flat approach to colour, creating a new pictorial space that eschewed traditional three-dimensionality. Fauvism is also recognized as a form of expressionism, distinguished by its brilliant hues and dynamic brushwork.

Materials used:

acrylic paint, linseed oil

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