ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2019 Submission

Strong gestural linear elements are combined with accurate facial detail to describe the strength power and striking beauty of the Great Ape. Softer tones of greens and yellows reflect the organic environment where the Great Ape peacefully coexists with with the world. Collage elements accentuate areas of geometric form in the composition.

My paintings are inspired by the natural magnificence, physical complexity, and inherent power of the Great Apes and other critically endangered species. These paintings are made of oil paint, pastel and graphite to capture the revealing and expressive facial details and textures. The artistic media are chosen for the flexible, direct and linear qualities that I love most in painting, drawing and sculpture. Informed by my sculpture; I aim to paint genuine volume and presence to activate the need to protect Great Apes and other endangered animals in our world. I combine intricate, accurate portrayal with energized gestural lines. My artistic intention is to paint these animals with as much living presence as possible. Their visual presence is intended to augment awareness for all endangered creatures and, heighten our attention and protection.

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