Argument of the Sun and the Moon

Fabric Dye and Food Coloring on Watercolor Paper

22 x 26 

$75.00

This is an experimental painting using food coloring and fabric dye.  I was deconstructing traditional textile motifs and reconstructing them into random compositions.  The color is a play a warms and cool colors to create contrast as desired.  The food coloring and fabric dye react to salt and alcohol in a similar manner to watercolor paints.  The dyes are fun to work with and the colors so vibrant.

Detail

Mare and Foal

Oil on canvas
22x28
$200.00

I saw these two in Colorado many years ago.  Their colors were so soft.  I love painting white horses. It gives me the opportunity to show volume and light with warm and cool colors.  I am with the Impressionists in the school of thought of never using black. 
Purchase Information

Entry

Acrylic on canvas

24 x 30

$250.00

I painted this recently after teaching a class on Matisse and his patterns.  I incorporate patterns into my work. often as the image.  I began experimenting with patterns as part of the image after reviewing Matisse and his work.  Sometimes the color takes over, sometimes the pattern takes precedence and sometimes the imagery wins.  

Email me if interested: jhogarth21@gmail.com