Darlene McElroy

She Was Shaped like a Fruit, Original Painting

2024

Artist Comments
For artist Darlene McElroy, a person's posture can reveal much about their attitude. In her mixed-media artwork, a woman in a white dress stands with her back turned and hands on her hips. She gazes into a scene filled with abstract designs, letters, and naturalistic elements. She used acrylic paint, collages, dimensional objects, and die-cut handmade paper to create the piece.

About the Artist
Artist Darlene McElroy weaves textural surfaces, found objects, and rich symbolism to create a visual tapestry. "Creating a painting is like doing a puzzle; it is a matter of finding the right pieces," says Darlene. Her works delve into the imagery of man's primal origins, sins, and religious conflicts, inviting viewers to uncover multiple stories within each piece. A Southern California native with roots in a long line of New Mexico artists and musicians, Darlene's artistic vision is profoundly shaped by her Hispanic upbringing. With her three dogs by her side, Darlene works in her home studio, filled with natural light pouring in through the windows. Beyond her art, Darlene explores new techniques, writes art books, and hikes with her pets.

Words that describe this painting: woman, feminine, figurative, person, fruit, tree, florals, flowers, narrative, pear, script, back, collage, people, mixed media artwork, orange

She Was Shaped like a Fruit
Darlene McElroy
Acrylic paint, collage, dimensional objects, and die-cut handmade paper on masonite board
Painting wraps around edges
Varnished and Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on back
2024
24 in. h x 24 in. w x 2.25 in. d
3 lbs. 0 oz.