This oil pastel gradient was made on a mid-June evening, basking in the radiant glow of the long days followed by vibrant summer sunsets. Blue and orange is my all time favorite complimentary combination, so I had to try combing them together in a gradient. The results inspired the title "Opposites Attract". The colors are also reminiscent of a body of water with an orange sunset overhead, or a cold glass of water paired with a juicy and refreshing orange. I love making gradients as a way to ground myself in the present moment and be fully immersed in my surroundings. I made this piece seated on the rug under my plant-lined windows.
Opposites Attract
$300
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The landscape paintings were born from my lengthy travels, with patterns inspired by the tapestries of the cultures inhabiting the landscapes depicted. Studying the weavings and rugs I reference continually teaches me about the many layers of symbolism behind the shapes, colors, and repetition in patterns. The gradients, oil pastel drawings come entirely from within, capturing fleeting moments and are entirely emotion-based. With them, I seek to aesthetically soothe the anxiety we can all experience, and provide a moment of calm to rest ones eyes. The portraits of my friends, and fellow artists Samah and Aya are an ongoing series dedicated to celebrating various people in my life and their cultural backgrounds. I'm happy to accept portrait commissions, reach out for further info.
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