The Art Institute of Chicago – part two
John Singer Sargent (1856-1925) Mrs. George Swinton (Elizabeth Ebsworth) 1897 Oil On Canvas "Mrs. George Swinton epitomizes the painterly virtuosity that made John Singer Sargent one of the most favored portraitists of fashionable Europeans and Americans in the late 19th century. Extravagant color and brushwork were central to Sargent's success, as was his ability...
PSOA Panel Discussion Part 1 – Realist Revolution by Alexey Steele
I wanted to pass along this video from Alexey Steele's blog. "Panel discussion featuring James Panero, Jacob Collins, Vern Swanson and Alexey Steele. Moderated by artist Jeremy Lipking. Held on April 23rd at the Portrait Society of America's annual competition in Reston, Virginia." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWmUh0QeD-I And this is Part 2 of a 7 Part...
Gamblin’s Torrit Grey Competition
A Very "Green" Grey Every year, Gamblin holds a Torrit Grey Painting Competition. The deadline for this year has been extended to October 1st, 2011. This is a link to the 2010 competition winners. and you can find the rules and guidelines here. I can't wait to see this year's Torrit Grey...
The Art Institute of Chicago – part one
This weekend I had the pleasure of visiting the Art Institute of Chicago for the first time. I must have taken at least a hundred photos of the artwork. I simply had too many favorite paintings ranging from the early American art to the Medieval European collection. It was...
14th International Summer Salon – Eleanor Ettinger Gallery
Cesar Santos' painting "Fitting Room" will definitely entice me to see this exhibition. This is one of my favorite paintings of Cesar's. I just love how beautifully the figure is rendered and how it is offset by the loose, textured surroundings. Such subtle color as well. Eleanor Ettinger Gallery 57TH STREET 24 West...