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PATTERN IN PAINTING
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Pulsating rhythm dominates these paintings, some in the natural ripples of water, air, or emotions, some as syncopations in open space. The energy vibrations emanating from these works inspire toe-tapping, dancing, and sometimes a quiet, static gathering of thoughts.
Pattern - That's What I'm Talkin' 'Bout!
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Sandra Quinn, Step by Step 1, 14" x 16" encaustic 2009
This does not qualify for the upcoming Pattern show because it was done in 2009 but it is a stunning example of pattern creating rhythm in a painting.
Deadline for entries is Labor Day, September 3rd. See below for details on how and what to enter.
MOOD LIGHTING
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Here are twelve paintings in which lighting clearly sets the tone in the meaning of the piece and seems to carry the piece more than other elements of design.
Artists' names are hyperlinks to their websites. Most have informative statements there. They are all articulate and would love to hear from you.
Karen Frey, "Mountain View Cemetery III"
encaustic 30" x 20" 2012
Dayna Talbot, "Tuscan Glow"
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Painting: Color Dominates 2012
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First, an artist wants you to see. Keep going – think. As the viewer, feeling a response to colors comes easily. Working harder, examining and exploring the chromatic decisions each artist made will give you a sense of the internal conversation, the conflict or stillness each artist resolves in her own way.
Colors are oft manipulated to be representational, evocative, expressive, motivational,...