Castle Hues

“This view from the Oakridge Outlook is just a short walk, so I came out here frequently over the last two years, even on snowshoes at dawn in February–but that’s another painting.  The colors in this autumn sunset view are what captured my creative spirit in this piece.  I just wanted to play with those rich, subtle, diverse, yet harmonious hues.  Acrylic is a wonderful medium for that, since you can add subsequent layers almost immediately.  Building a wonderful patina, or changing your mind, quickly.  I started with a wonderful mottled dark bronze underpainting, which  you can see in the lower portion of the painting.  It always makes brighter, lighter succeeding layers “pop” when you apply them over a dark under-layer.  Though there are many layers and colors, I’ve also tried to describe things with a minimum of detail (a real challenge for me!)  An artist once said, “ The key to a great painting is in what you leave out.”  I’ve tried to practice that here, especially in the foreground where I’ve suggested a hillside of trees, without painting each one.  I hope even those of you who love my detailed approach can appreciate how effective this can be.”

– Peter Ferber

18 x 36 inches, unframed size

Unframed $350, framed price available upon request

We are also happy to help you create a custom framing design that fits your needs. This print is part of a limited edition set of 100 giclée prints. All limited edition prints are signed and numbered by the artist.

To purchase, please contact The Art Place:

(603) 569-6159

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