Darlene McElroy

SouthWest Style, Original Painting

2018

Artist Comments
Artist Darlene McElroy presents a mixed-media portrait of a Native American. "Every culture has its own style, both traditional and modern versions," says Darlene. She highlights unique individuals that confidently own their distinctive style. Darlene's use of various materials shows the piece in multiple dimensions and textures.

About the Artist
Darlene McElroy sees creating art as similar to reading Turkish coffee grounds. A story becomes revealed as one looks at the surface, texture and color. Her works use a variety of materials ranging from acrylic paints to photo transfers and collage. She currently lives in New Mexico and has been greatly influenced by the work of Robert Rauschenberg. She encourages viewers to search for their narrative interpretation when viewing a work.

Words that describe this painting: man, masculine, portrait, American Indian, Native American, fashion, braids, hat, contemporary, storytelling, narrative, people, face, eyes, mixed media, people, contemporary, mixed media artwork, brown

SouthWest Style
Darlene McElroy
Acrylic paint, paint skins, and dimensional collage on masonite board
Painting wraps around edges
Varnished and Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on back
2018
24 in. h x 18 in. w x 2 in. d
4 lbs. 0 oz.