A love of nature and inner spirituality has been an ongoing inspiration for my artwork. Each painting captures the essence of the subject, balancing exquisite detail and a focus on light. Based upon realism yet drawing upon a luminscent dream-like quality, it is a truly original interpretation of the natural world. The wildlife studies have explored expressive animal gestures in their natural habitats."
Monday, September 17, 2007
Recent Artwork featuring Wildlife and Nature
Poise - Great Blue Herons, Acrylic on Canvas, 20" x 24", $380
Mon Chéri - Cedar Waxwings, Acrylic on Canvas, 16" x 8", $180
Cherry Jubilee - Indigo Buntings, Acrylic on canvas, 28" x 22", $360
"My technique has been developed through experimentation and research into the collective experience of fine art masters throughout history. After composing a painting through sketches and notes, a layer of underpainting establishes darker areas. Although many artists continue to gradually move towards lighter tones, I move from darkest to lightest areas until they connect. Animals are created with a similar technique, the brightest texture reflections are painted with a semitranslucent matte medium. I also use a thin wash to create certain effects in the water and sky.
I enjoy working with acrylic paints, they are very malleable and suit my painting style. I use all sizes of brushes, starting with the large fan moving to medium fan/round, then micro sized for the finest precision.
Cedric's technique and style has continued to evolve as he studies under the direction of James Robinson at the Parkdale Gallery. The artist's home studio will be open for viewings October 15th. Please feel free to contact Cedric for more information about prices, artwork availability and commissioned projects.
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