#still life paintings

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Josef Schuster, Still Life With Ornamental Objects

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#PleinAirpril 2023 - COMPLETE

It's the first time I've FINISHED ONE so here's a celebratory stack of all of my work (in reverse chronological order, with the latest at the top):

Very little of these were painted on site, thanks to a combo of terrible Toronto spring weather (rain/hail, barely above freezing, windy as heck) and a busy personal schedule, but they were still *PAINTED* and I'm calling that a big win!

Have you been thinking of doing a monthly art challenge? Have you done one in the past? How did you find the experience?

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My oil painting of an Uncrustable

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Acrylic "Portal" painting, by Steven Novak

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From Fruits to Fabrics: Trends in Still Life Art Show Themes

“A painter can say all he wants to with fruit or flowers or even clouds.”

– Édouard Manet

Still life artworks have long held an esteemed position in the world of visual art and storytelling, offering a wide panorama through which artists can capture the true essence of its form, light and shade, and its vitality. Right from the elaborate and intricate depictions of the Baroque still life paintings to the discreet portrayal of contemporary images of still life objects, the genre continues to captivate artists and viewers alike. Through this blog, we would like to embark on a fascinating journey and find out the appeal of still life artworks that have a prominent place in juried art competitions, where creativity meets technology in a digitized era.

The Evolution of Contemporary Still Life Paintings

Still life painting has evolved significantly over centuries, treading through a long passage of transformation and transition to the modern expressions. We can look at some of the famous still life paintings by master artists, such as Caravaggio’s ‘Basket of Fruit’ or Van Gogh’s ‘Sunflowers,’ that are much appreciated for their inner symbolism and the intricate details. These historical masterpieces encourage and inspire the new age still life artists who review those traditional themes through brand new lenses and unique mediums, styles, and innovative outlooks.

In the modern era, still life artworks are no longer limited to fruits and flowers. Contemporary still life paintings have much more unconventional objects to include like technological gadgets, industrial tools, utensils, cityscape and even abstract forms, reflecting the change in society and narratives. This shift has changed the overall manifestation of still life portraits, making them one of the most revered themes for the juried art shows! Watch out for the themed competitions and online art shows organized by some of the reputed online art galleries like TERAVARNA and you’ll notice how they roping in more artists to work for this genre!

Online Still Life Art Show: Work on the Canvas for Innovation

So, if you are an artist, sculptor, photographer, or visual art specialist, you can transform a mundane looking object into a versatile theme of art and get it selected for a juried art competition. This way, go on pushing the boundaries of the genre. Choose any theme of your choice, from traditional pans or pots, flora or fauna or the avant-garde themes, inviting diverse interpretations that captivate both jurors and a global viewership.

In today’s world of modernization, more online art competitions are turning towards the issues of sustainability and ecological consciousness. Artists come up with still life watercolor paintings to showcase the transient beauty of the environment, with works of art such as melting ice or decaying leaves, drawing attention to the fragility of our mother nature. You can also incorporate the cultural narratives into the work of still life, like a congregation, a mass meeting, a debacle, where the artist is keen to portray the vibes and the narrative of heritage, customs, identity, and social standing.

What Mediums Suit the Best for Still Life Artworks

Medium plays a vital role in still life painting and artworks, while oil color paintings evoke a deep textural feel and still life watercolor paintings show a delicate and fluid body with a transparent and free flow. These days, contemporary artists love to experiment with the medium of watercolor paintings for the convenience of layering, light, and spontaneous flow of colors that merge seamlessly with the themes. While you opt for juried art shows to showcase your art, the medium is also highlighted as they would like to see how you can manoeuvre the challenges of using this fluid medium to get the optimum results.

Photography as a Popular Medium for Still Life Artwork:

Photography has been a popular medium for this kind of portrayals while photographers steal all the spotlights with their intimate and introspective versions of still life creations through the lenses. The light and shades, exposures and aperture help them recreate the objects and elevate them into the realm of masterpieces.

Amazing Still Life Paintings and Creations: Trends and Tricks

Artists even get intrigued by famous still life paintings while they get ready for the art competitions. Cezanne’s arrangements of fruits, or Rene Magritte’s surreal portrayal of still life objects haunts the painters to give them a contemporary twist, by adding some geometry or abstraction to them. And, what you get is nothing but awe-inspiring! The Dutch painters’ glorious still life creations get a new dimension of cinematic flair by the new age artists.

Here are some of the recurrent still life motifs and trends that artists like to explore:

Food and Kitchen Utensils: Culinary objects, from artisanal breads to exotic spices, everything gets highlighted to celebrate the tapestry of real life.

Urban Landscapes: Urban landscapes have always been inspiring the contemporary artists who are fascinated to portray the broken shafts of glass, a graffiti, a discarded room, tools, and utensils, etc. to create a bold narrative

Flora & Fabrics: Like the olden times, the seasonal splendors are still occupying the canvas space of the modern artists, with images of fruit bowl, fabrics, upholsteries, evoking a sense of nostalgia and timelessness.

Who are the Icons of Contemporary Still Life Art

Some of the innovators and creators of contemporary still life are artists like Audrey Flack, celebrated for her larger than life known super-realistic still life portraits, and Giorgio Morandi, much acclaimed for his imageries of jars, bottles, etc. inspiring a new set of dialogues. Contemporary still life artists like to blend realism with abstraction seamlessly, creating pieces that resonate aesthetically and as concepts.  

Why Still Life Artworks Endure: Weaving Tales of Life

Still life portraits, photographs, installations, sculptures make these objects timeless and intimate like breathing life into the canvases. This play emotion makes these artworks appealing and much familiar to us, as viewers, artists, art-lovers. No matter if it’s a bouquet of roses with the fleeting beauty of a vintage car representing the old-world charm, these compositions resonate deeply on our psyche. If you have been working with TERAVARNA, one of the top online art galleries for juried art shows, you must know how they cater to a global viewership to reach out with your immersive art.

Everything must go through a change, so does the still life genre. So, embrace the new techniques to depict the ever-changing artistic landscape. Be it through still life watercolor paintings or mixed media installations, this dynamic genre never stops evoking awe in the eyes of the spectators. Take up this form to reflect and connect to a greater viewer base, to showcase the complexities and challenges of contemporary life captured through the lenses of an artist, weaving fascinating tales.

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Elderflower tea and orange blossom honey 🍯 🌼

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Placed Again!

Fall on the New River Original pastel painting SOLD Wall Art Prints and Prints on other items available with the link https://kendall-kessler.pixels.com/featured/fall-on-the-new-river-kendall-kessler.html Pleased to place in another online contest! This time I came in second in Welcome Autumn on Fine Art America! Magenta Fall is one of my most popular Fall paintings. Glad the judges…

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What Does TERAVARNA’s Still Life Art Show Mean for Artists?

Still life art is probably one of the most underrated themes in the world of art. Many artists often look down upon it and do not consider it as a proper genre of art. However, TERAVARNA has been changing this narrative with its many still life art shows that it has been organizing on a regular basis. It is not only one of the most popular competitions they offer but also a very meaningful one to help artists get familiar with this theme of art. 

In this blog, we are going to discuss all the details of this art competition, including how you can participate, the entry fee, the prize, and all the other details that you would want to know.

What Do We Mean By Still Life Artworks?

When you create artwork of any non-living, non-mobile, or inanimate object, it is called a still life artwork. These still life works could be of a bowl of fruit, some floral arrangements, a breakfast table, a set of glasses, or anything else that you can think of. Based on your preference, you can make still life paintings, sculptures, graphic designs and so much more. 

For better understanding, you can refer to some of the very famous still life paintings by Clara Peeters, Paul Cézanne, Louise Moillon, Vincent van Gogh, Francisco Goya, and many others. These artists have given some of the best works in this genre and studying their art will give you a new perspective on still life. It will help you understand the different nuances of this theme and how you can make the best of it.

What is the still life Art Show by TERAVARNA?

As a contemporary online gallery, TERAVARNA organizes several art competitions on a regular basis. One of their most popular and well-received competitions is their still life art show. In the past, we have seen successful rounds of this competition and are all geared up for its next, i.e. the 7th round of this famous art competition. The contest is open to any artist who has a contemporary still life painting that they would like the world to see.

As the name suggests and as we have explained above, the competition revolves around the still life theme. Here you can submit artworks inspired by inanimate objects to this still life art show. You can interpret the theme to the best of your creativity and understanding to create artworks that best resonate with this theme. This still life art competition welcomes all types of still life works for example, color still life art, black and white still life painting, watercolor still life art, acrylic still life art, oil paintings, or even sculptures and photographs.

How Can You Submit Your Still Life Paintings to TERAVARNA?

Submitting your artwork to this still life art show is very simple. Once you start, you will realize that it is as easy as taking a few deep breaths. Just choose the best still life artwork you want to submit and click very clear images of it. Of course, you can choose as many works as you want to submit. Once you are done with the first step, you then need to visit the still life art show page of TERAVARNA and scroll towards the bottom where you see blocks of numbers from 1 - 10. 

Click on the number of artworks that you want to submit and you will be redirected to the payment gateway. Every submission costs $15 and you can submit 10 still life artworks at once. To submit more you just need to repeat the entire process. Once you successfully make the payment, you will see a form popping up on your screen where you can enter the details of your artwork and upload the images. After that is done, you just need to sit back, relax, and wait for the competition to end and let the jury announce their winners. 

Exciting Prizes for the Winners

The exciting news about this still life art show is that the winners get some really amazing cash prizes if the jury likes their work. The competition comes with a prize pool of up to $3500 cash that is distributed among all the cash prize winners. Additionally, even if you don’t win anything from the prize pool, you still get a certificate of recognition, and a place in the online winners' wall if your artwork is chosen. 

Oh and not to forget, the winners also get promoted on TERAVARNA’s social media handles, newsletters, and other marketing media. This means that if you win the competition, you not only win a handsome cash prize but also receive worldwide exposure to make your still life artwork a global masterpiece. 

The Revolutionizing Sill Life Art Show by TERAVARNA

If you are looking for an elite platform to showcase your work online, then TERAVARNA is the best choice for you. It is not only a globally renowned gallery but also an online pioneer in conducting famous still life art shows. So do not miss this opportunity and become the next famous still life artist with your masterpiece.

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Bright Still Life Painting: Orchard Bounty on a Pedestal

Creating from color inspiration in oils and watercolors.

“Orchard Bounty on a Pedestal” 14″ x 11″ Oil on canvas $575 Approaching painting this still life was a bit scary. I incorporated a lot of different shapes and colors into the arrangement and I wasn’t so sure how it might all play out in a painting. Most of the inspiration came from the colors in the scarf draped over a dark red pillow in the background and a bunch of fresh fruit I had in my…

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The Sense of Pleasure

A Collection of Still Life Paintings

John T.Spike

with an essay by Maurizio Fagiolo dell'Arco

Skira, Milano 2002, 196 pagine, rilegato, 136 ill.a colori, 34 ill.b/n, 24,5x29 cm, ISBN 9788884913609

euro 25,00

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The Sense of Pleasure: A collection of still life paintings is a visually stunning collection of 71 European still life paintings dating from the 17th and 18th century and expresses the variety, abundance, nourishment, and pleasures nature has to offer.

Throughout this period still life painting became a mode of artistic expression strongly favored by an ever-growing wealthy middle class. In fact, the great masters of this technique came from Italy, France and the Netherlands, all countries rich in food, commerce and trade. The book is divided into six interpretations of man’s relationship to Nature. These categories are represented through paintings which characterize the human senses through careful depictions of animals and insects, and luscious portrayals of fruit and flowers. A unique school of art, the pieces in this collection of still life paintings were selected not only for their mastership but also richness in subject matter.

11/07/24

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Charles van den Eycken (1859-1923) "The Little Writer" (1913) Oil on panel

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Broncia Koller-Pinell, Still Life With Three Fish

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Andrew Wyeth (1917–2009) - Untitled, 1983

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My oil painting of Wine and Dino Nuggs

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Books I’ve read since starting T, 2024

Oil on canvas

24 x 18 in.

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Psychedelic Distortions and Glitches Streak Across Alexis Mata’s Bold Paintings