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by Melinda Whitmore
16" x 16" / Oil on Aluminum
“I choose to depict the fullness of ordinary human life, in both its triumphs and trials, with honesty and candor. This exploration of humanity – the vulnerability and psychology of the figure – are as interesting to me as are the features and anatomy of the human form. In the figure, we are confronted with the strain and tension of the anatomy, with the color of flesh, with body language and facial expression. As such, I hope to achieve results that are very silent and very grand. Moments captured in time that are compelling, inspiring, and sometimes disturbing can have a unique power over us. They ask us to look beyond the figure portrayed and reflect on ourselves and our own experiences.”
“Everyday acts that are taken for granted, moments of love and affection, gentleness and humanity are some of what I seek to explore and relate through paint. I go beyond the face and likeness to capture the mood and spirit of the individual, carving out the space they inhabit, and crystallizing a simple but beautiful moment in time.
This is not merely a self-portrait but a visual narrative of shared existence. It invites viewers to appreciate the beauty found in the simplicity of companionship, recognizing the profound impact that our animal counterparts can have on our emotional landscapes.
My cat serves as a silent confidant, offering solace in moments of contemplation. I chose to paint Templeton and I as equals, each contributing to the other's sense of identity, belonging, and the shared journey of humans and their pets—a journey marked by loyalty, compassion, and an indescribable sense of connection.”
-Melinda Whitmore
by Melinda Whitmore
16" x 16" / Oil on Aluminum
“I choose to depict the fullness of ordinary human life, in both its triumphs and trials, with honesty and candor. This exploration of humanity – the vulnerability and psychology of the figure – are as interesting to me as are the features and anatomy of the human form. In the figure, we are confronted with the strain and tension of the anatomy, with the color of flesh, with body language and facial expression. As such, I hope to achieve results that are very silent and very grand. Moments captured in time that are compelling, inspiring, and sometimes disturbing can have a unique power over us. They ask us to look beyond the figure portrayed and reflect on ourselves and our own experiences.”
“Everyday acts that are taken for granted, moments of love and affection, gentleness and humanity are some of what I seek to explore and relate through paint. I go beyond the face and likeness to capture the mood and spirit of the individual, carving out the space they inhabit, and crystallizing a simple but beautiful moment in time.
This is not merely a self-portrait but a visual narrative of shared existence. It invites viewers to appreciate the beauty found in the simplicity of companionship, recognizing the profound impact that our animal counterparts can have on our emotional landscapes.
My cat serves as a silent confidant, offering solace in moments of contemplation. I chose to paint Templeton and I as equals, each contributing to the other's sense of identity, belonging, and the shared journey of humans and their pets—a journey marked by loyalty, compassion, and an indescribable sense of connection.”
-Melinda Whitmore