An American self-taught artist whose style derives from the impressionists. He was inspired by the "GROUP OF SEVEN", the French Impressionists and the Writings of Baha'u'lla'h (Baha'i Faith)" and moved to Vancouver Island which shows in his style of working and his subject matter.
This painting is amazing, I've seen progressive photos of a painting of his and i like the way he works. Similar to some of the other artists I'v looked it has paints the canvas completely one colour then builds on it from there. The colour can be complimentary which can really stand out if it shows through.
What attracted me to this image was the colour. The subject matter is interesting but the way he has chosen to show it is more enticing. I think the way he uses colour creates his pieces. Here I think its the coolness of the palette and a combination of the yellow plants and the blue/white behind it. The way he paints is expressive which conveys the emotion in his work. The water looks like it's moving and continues off the canvas once it passes the dark strip at the bottom of the page.
The way he uses shape is interesting as the blurred edges gives the audience room to sharpen and define the subject matter themselves; this just adds another aspect which emphasises the nature in his works.
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| Nanaimo Creek, 2007 24 x 30", acrylic on canvas |
Official website:
http://www.briansimons.com/
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