Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Asian Still Life with Satsuma Oranges

Satsuma II   Oil  12 x 16   SOLD

Here is another Asian inspired painting from from my blue and white porcelain series. I love painting blue and white porcelain with all the beautiful patterns, and organic shapes. I drew inspiration for this painting and the painting in my last post, from Matisse, who combined many patterns and textiles in his still life paintings. I incorporated a silk paneled tapestry in the background, reinforcing the Asian theme, while relating the background with the foreground. I have a thing for Satsuma oranges, which I've painted many times. For me they speak to the genre of the still life - a simple everyday object given a special beauty through the study of light on form. 

This painting is going to new owner on the weekend, as it was purchased at my recent Oak Bay Artists Studio Tour. Thanks to all of you who came out for the event, and stayed for some great conversations. I so enjoyed meeting you!

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4 comments:

  1. Love your blue and white porcelain series!!!! This painting is outstanding Claire!! I changed the color of my bedroom to blue and white!!!! Love it!!!!!

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    1. Thanks Hilda, your bedroom must be lovely! What a great colour combination for a room. So glad you like this painting. Cheers!

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  2. Just love the blue and orange combination. Beautiful!

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    1. Thanks Karen, this is one of my favourite colour combinations.

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