Dwight Smith

Ripley, Ohio, Original Painting

2025

Artist Comments
Weathered brick facades in varying colors line the main street of historic Ripley, Ohio. The town played an important role in the history of the Underground Railroad, helping many enslaved people gain freedom. The buildings reflect the changing times of this significant place.

About the Artist
Artist Dwight Smith creates realistic watercolor paintings with narratives that evoke a familiar and comforting sense of kitsch and Americana. His works often feature everyday items portrayed with a playful and humorous twist, characterized by a strong graphic style that lends them a pop art feel. Through skillful manipulation of scale and composition, Dwight brings out a sense of the absurd, ultimately aiming to bring a smile to the viewer's face. Drawing strength from his faith allows him to see art in ordinary objects. "It has kept me going and has been my inspiration," says Dwight. He works in a small yet tidy studio, where he brings his artistic visions to life on his desk, illuminated by the bright glow of lamps. Outside of painting, Dwight enjoys biking, hiking, and spending quality time with his wife.

Words that describe this painting: facade, wall, house, building, historic, brick, Ohio, Ripley, window, architecture, realism, watercolor painting, beige

Ripley, Ohio
Dwight Smith
Watercolor painting on paper
Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2025
11 in. h x 13.75 in. w
0 lbs. 2 oz.