Thank you to everyone who has participated in the Crazy Auctions thus far! It has been a blast and we are looking forward to getting the final painting in this series to a new owner! That is the point of my artwork, after all: to be owned and enjoyed. I don't paint these works to have them sit in my studio during shut-downs and other "life pauses." So here is a glimpse at tomorrow's painting, the final work in this Crazy Auction series: Hydrangea Tea oil on canvas, 18"x20" This painting will arrive with a frame and ready to hang. I documented the process of this painting a little bit for my Instagram audience. As you can see, I begin my painting with a completely blank canvas. I don't do an initial sketch in pencil or monochrome paint or what's known as "underpainting." This is because I use the Direct Method. One of the beautiful things about hydrangeas is their many, rapidly changing colors. In order to execute a painting like this, speed is of the essence! I am happy to share this painting once again and hope you enjoy this glimpse behind the scenes. The sturdy liveliness of the flowers, the fragility of the gold-rimmed wine glasses, the timelessness of the blue and white china, all mix to produce an effect that is soft but balanced. I look forward to opening the bidding tomorrow and wish you good luck if you're ready to try for being the owner of Hydrangea Tea! Auction rules:
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AuthorHello there, I'm John H. Folley, an oil painter in the Boston School tradition. Thanks for visiting the Beauty Advocacy Blog, where it's my job to help you become a more discerning art appreciator. Connect with John:
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