Gail RagainsThe Dancer #5, Original Painting2024
2024
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Artist Comments
A dancer bursts with movement and energy, as muted grays highlight subtle pops of orange and blue. Rapid, intuitive strokes add dynamic freshness, while collage papers and gestural linework enhance the texture of the artwork.
About the Artist
Artist Gail Ragains paints abstract figurative works defined by strong color combinations and intuitive mark-making. "I approach each creative process as an open-ended improvisation," says Gail. "It is an evolving journey without preconceived plans for a predictable outcome. I react to the materials at hand, stripping away the non-essentials to give a loose interpretation of form, movement, and human expression." Inspired by the physical gestures and emotions of people, the human figure dominates Gail's art. As a young person, Gail was active in dance, ice skating, and gymnastics and competed in triathlons in her 20s. While pursuing a career as a massage therapist for 25 years, Gail simultaneously attended art classes through community colleges, the local Art League, and workshops with artists she admires. Having lived in California her entire life, Gail is influenced by the California colors—golden hills, clear blue skies, swimsuits, and swimming pools. Today, her studio is in her backyard just a few steps away from the home she shares with her husband. “In this workspace, I have everything I need. Good light, music, fresh air, and my studio mate, Sadie, the cutest 14 lb. mixed-breed rescue pup.â€
Words that describe this painting: collage, ink, figure, figurative, gestural, muted, woman, people, modern , mixed media artwork, grey
The Dancer #5
Gail Ragains
Ink, acrylic paint, charcoal, and collage on paper
Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2024
24 in. h x 19 in. w
0 lbs. 2 oz.
- Creator:Gail Ragains
- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
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- Condition:The Dancer #5. Gail Ragains. Ink, acrylic paint, charcoal, and collage on paper. Ready to frame. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front and back.
- Gallery Location:San Francisco, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 783371stDibs: LU922115172452
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Medford, MA
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