Gail RagainsWoman Sitting, Abstract Painting2017
2017
About the Item
Artist Comments
Artist Gail Ragains depicts a woman sitting with one leg over the other. Colored in complementing hues of red, green, beige, and blue, the figure exudes a feeling of strength and confidence in her posture. "The pose is very anchored," says Gail. "I left out unnecessary detail in the figure and background. The canvas instead is broken into large bold shapes, giving the viewer an opportunity to fill in their own story."
About the Artist
Artist Gail Ragains paints abstract figurative works defined by strong color combinations and intuitive mark-making. "I approach each creative process as an open-ended improvisation," says Gail. "It is an evolving journey without preconceived plans for a predictable outcome. I react to the materials at hand, stripping away the non-essentials to give a loose interpretation of form, movement, and human expression." Inspired by the physical gestures and emotions of people, the human figure dominates Gail's art. As a young person, Gail was active in dance, ice skating, and gymnastics and competed in triathlons in her 20s. While pursuing a career as a massage therapist for 25 years, Gail simultaneously attended art classes through community colleges, the local Art League, and workshops with artists she admires. Having lived in California her entire life, Gail is influenced by the California colors—golden hills, clear blue skies, swimsuits, and swimming pools. Today, her studio is in her backyard just a few steps away from the home she shares with her husband. “In this workspace, I have everything I need. Good light, music, fresh air, and my studio mate, Sadie, the cutest 14 lb. mixed-breed rescue pup.â€
Words that describe this painting: abstract, figurative, expressive, Richard Diebenkorn, figure, woman, portrait, sitting, serene, acrylicpaint, people, abstract, people, acrylic painting, green
Woman Sitting
Gail Ragains
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Finished edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2017
46 in. h x 46 in. w x 2 in. d
9 lbs. 8 oz.
- Creator:Gail Ragains
- Creation Year:2017
- Dimensions:Height: 46 in (116.84 cm)Width: 46 in (116.84 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Condition:Woman Sitting. Gail Ragains. Acrylic painting on stretched canvas. Finished edges. Ready to hang. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front and back.
- Gallery Location:San Francisco, CA
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