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They might as wise have lodged a Bird by Kerry Inkster

My passion?

Portraiture and the human form using Contemporary Art applications is paramount to my artistic practice. I also ask questions about the human condition through my figurative paintings. I do not see my role as trying to answer philosophical, scientific, or poetic questions about human existence. I’d rather observe and record what I see and feel using visual qualities that convey a sense of feeling from my subjects. This is what drives me to create the art that I do.

Working from manipulated photographs and film, my current body of work is inspired by the female form. Blending the underwater scenes of my models with wet in wet painting techniques using the bleeding and movement of the paint to mimic water. Splashes and bubbles in the water are represented by dripping and throwing of paint. This underwater habitat is at once refreshing and liberating, and also creates a sense of suspension and quietness.

Why this painting?

After an underwater photo shoot with my model I had a number of really interesting images to work with – this was one of them. In this image my model is dressed in fifties/sixties style accessories and bathing suits. I the way this image carries so much energy and anticipated movement in her positioning and in the swirling colours. Although initially unintended I particularly love the way that she gives Wonder Woman vibes. The combination of factors create a sense of power and daring. Colour also fascinates me! As a result in my palette I have used multiple colours but particularly a number of purples contrasted by the yellow. When viewing the closeup image you will notice the paint layers which gives the image depth.

Materials

I have used high quality artist acrylic paints and mediums from Matisse and Golden, and Liquitex Professional Spray Paint. Using an oil based varnish for a glossy finish. As with most of my paintings I personally mount the board on an “inbuilt” frame. I then paint the painting as the frame and board as one unit. This is a semi-large piece so I recommend hanging it directly from the two D rings that I supply on the back of the painting. The wooden board is subject to environmental influences. This may create short term movement in the board/mount, hence why I recommend 2 hooks holding the painting directly to the wall, not a single hook from a single wire.

They might as wise have lodged a Bird

Name: They might as wise have lodged a Bird
Brand: Kerry Inkster
SKU: 213346
Price: 3200 AUD
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