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Bruce McCombs
"Chevrolet Grille (Car), " Watercolor by Bruce McCombs

c. 1990

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"Chevrolet Grille" is an original signed watercolor by Bruce McCombs. It depicts the grille of a highly-polished Chevrolet car. This painting displays McCombs' exquisite attention to light, reflection, and detail. 29 1/2" x 21 3/4" art 32 1/2" x 25" framed Artist Statement: "Beginning in the early sixties when I was at the Cleveland Institute of Art and later when at Tulane University In New Orleans, I worked primarily in the medium of etching. From 1970 through 1991, I produced approximately 100 large format prints. Their sizes were either 22" x 28" or 24" x 36". Because I had a sabbatical opportunity in 1990 to live in the UK for a period of time, I had to give up etching and find another medium. Since I had a print studio at my home, I had never been at a loss for facilities to etch and print. But, I would not have a print studio available in England. This prompted me to propose a sabbatical leave exploring watercolor painting. My love of photography was influential in developing my watercolor subject matter and style. Perhaps, the patience that I needed to work on etching plates (sometimes 3-5 months in developing) helped me use that same patient approach to watercolor because I develop my paintings with extensive glazing. When I returned to the states, I did a few more etchings, but realized that there was now an opportunity to explore and develop my art with watercolor, in color and in the positive. My etchings were in black & white (not required), and all plates are worked in reverse so the immediacy of watercolor was very satisfying. Subsequently, in 1992, I abandoned etchings altogether and have since worked exclusively in watercolor. The dimensions of the watercolor paintings are similar to my etchings (22" x 28" & 24" x 36") which were a comfortable size. Traveling has been helpful, because I especially enjoy architectural and automotive subjects and they are always available. When I photograph possible subjects, I compose but when I am ready to start a new painting, I rework and cut up the photo. I have used locations from our visits to the UK, Europe, Eastern Europe and many cities in the United States. Although distinctive landmarks turn up in my work, there are universal aspect to the cities and countries we have seen. What amazes me is that everything looks different when I travel because I am really looking and open to new subject matter, points of view and lighting. "
  • Creator:
    Bruce McCombs (1943, American)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1990
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 32.5 in (82.55 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10938c1stDibs: LU60532461663

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