Winter (Study)

The painting is based on a sculpture called "Winter" attributed to Pierre Le Gros the Elder at the Louvre Museum.

The cool greys of the painting reinforce the mood of winter which the sculptural form itself conveys so well. I exaggerated the curve of the archway in the background so that it echoed the shape of the figure and deepened the values in the arch so it becomes Winter's "shadow" in the composition.

The original sculpture was probably created for the gardens of the French monarchy at Versailles.

Winter is followed by spring.

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I am fascinated by discovering how images and paintings are actually made, particularly the traditional craft of oil painting but
I also like experimenting with different ways of making paintings which includes using digital technology and trying out alternative media.

My artwork often blends usually discrete subjects, idioms and genres and I am often drawn to subjects which had a powerful impact on my imagination when I was a kid.

I often employ "found" or rediscovered imagery and try to re-contextualise it. The goal is to make images that are conduits to an experience of resonance for the viewer.
I use professional quality paints, surfaces, mediums and varnishes to ensure the works are permanent and stable.

Bachelor of Fine Art (Painting) RMIT University