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My paintings are inspired by direct experience of wildlife, so choosing an elephant as a subject created some concerns. I've never been to Africa and never seen any elephant in the wild, so painting an elephant in an African landscape felt wrong. Instead I decided to focus in on just a part of the animal so no background was necessary. As for "direct experience", I went to the wonderful West Midland Safari Park as they have two African elephants. I spent an afternoon sketching and photographing, revelling in the textures and the warm glow of afternoon light. The resulting painting is as much about mark-making, tones and colours as it is about the elephant species. I called
it the Eye of the Beholder because while I was observing the
elephants I felt that they were observing me just as much, leading me
to question which of us was actually the beholder. Additionally, the
phrase is a shortened form of Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder and
to me the textures of the elephants' skins were certainly beautiful. Why choose an original painting? - Original artwork enhances your room and lifts your mood. Feel a rush of pleasure every time you look at it. - Be the envy of your friends and family - no one else has this painting - Bring the beauty of African wildlife into your home - "A
good painting to me has always been like a friend. It keeps me company,
comforts and inspires." Hedy Lamarr |
Original:
Approx 91.5cm x 61 cms / 36" x 24"
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