Fire Works [November 2022]
original
Oil Paint on Canvas
Image size: H:25 cm x W:30 cm
Complete Size of Unframed Work: H:25 cm x W:30 cm x D:2cm
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Fire Works is an Original Painting by Eleanor Woolley. The Fire Works light up the night sky and the faces of the crowd. A vibrant purple and pink display. Inspired by the Fireworks of Bonfire night, this painting is painted Impasto leaving a lovely rich and textured surface. Glimpses of lights can be seen in the distance but the focal point of the painting is the huge firework erupting from the hillside. The light bounces of the spectators, you can almost hear their Oh's and Ah's!
Interior decor images by Vanitjan on Freepik.
Eleanor Woolley was born in the Channel Island of Jersey, and moved to Gloucestershire where she was drawn to the outdoors, always taking walks in the landscape. Her first true love for painting came from an inspirational Art teacher at Haberdashers Monmouth School for Girls where she started painting in Oils at thirteen years old. Here she learnt to paint using classic oil painting techniques, and was drawn to the figure from early life drawing lessons. During this period she was fortunate enough to work under Mary Fedden in her studio and with Portrait Sculptor Peter Lambda with whom she further developed her technique and composition. After gaining her BA Hons in Sculpture at Leeds University Eleanor travelled for some time in Asia before coming home to study Furniture making. Eleanor worked as a Cabinet maker and a Restorer before returning to Fine Art painting.
Eleanor’s inspiration is taken from her surroundings where she has a love for the every day things, often passed by without a second thought.
Eleanor’s paintings are vibrant, often painted Plein air and finished in the studio. Starting with bold outlines, many layers of paint are used to create the depth of colour. Her paintings are spontaneous, using washes of oil to create the desired form. Often finishing with a palette knife producing a pleasing texture.
Her current work is inspired by the landscape of the Cotswolds, and contrasted with long shadows created by figures in urban landscapes.
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