Christopher Garvey

Vitrum Umbrae 02, Oil Painting

2020

Artist Comments
Artist Christopher Garvey presents a group of varying glassware in different colors, sizes, and shapes. Set against a tonal background, the focus is drawn to the composition's most intricate details. They are placed on top of a wooden table with the table cloth pulled to the back, it adds a bright reflection and texture which is seen through the translucent glass. By taking a traditional approach, Christopher starts his process by building layers of oil paint above an underdrawing. He then works with grisaille, and when once dried, he proceeds with layers of color on top. He paints with intricate brushwork resulting in a captivating realistic still life.

About the Artist
Christopher Garvey focuses on the still life in his work, capturing objects like dishes and fruit with impressive clarity. He currently lives in South Carolina and finds inspiration in Renaissance and Baroque art. When it comes to technique, he enjoys the challenge of accurate drawing and the transparent qualities of oil paint. He has collected many books over the years, which he uses to improve his practice.

Words that describe this painting: glass, antique, jars, cloth, still life, realism, hyperrealism, panoramic, oilpaint, tabletop, bottle, still life, realism, oil painting, brown

Vitrum Umbrae 02
Christopher Garvey
Oil painting on cradled wood panel
Finished white edges
Varnished and Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2020
12 in. h x 24 in. w x 1 in. d
2 lbs. 0 oz.