Early this year, a call went out to artists of the Commonwealth who were interested in submitting fine art for the first ever Collage of a Commonwealth. Applying for it, I was sent a publicity photograph from United Way in Cumberland County area and asked to create a painting based on that photograph. In the original photo, the background was bright yellow, the man had a black suit, white shirt and tie on and the little girl was sitting away from him with her hand under her chin wearing a tan sweatshirt. He was reading to her with both of his hands on the book. The photo actually had quite a cold mood and in searching for it to post tonight, I was unable to locate it to show you what I started with.
In creating this painting, I wanted a closer bond and interaction between the man and little girl so I moved her closer to him and placed her hand holding the book as he turned the pages. The title of this painting was not chosen until I had painted the back ground and one of the watermarks looked like an angel when it dried. There are a few more angels in the background; as well. Interpretation: The man is an angel for taking time out to read to her and she, of course is an innocent little angel full of questions. This concept idea was also to be submitted along with the work.
The painting is titled "Angels Among Us" and the book in the painting reflects that idea.
12" x 14"
Angels Among Us, Watercolor
Linda Young Watercolors
The exhibit will travel across the Commonwealth; dates, times and opening reception to be announced in the near future.
2 comments:
A beautiful painting and message both. I loved the story behind the title, too.
This is beautiful, Linda.
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