Diane Flick

The Ecstasy of Colonel Picklebottom, Oil Painting

2023

Artist Comments
Artist Diane Flick presents a glimpse into someone else's image of utopia. "Colonel Picklebottom's otherworldly dream persists only to exist," says Diane. In this whimsical scene, an egret sporting a stylish blue hat stands on an anvil atop a raspberry-cream cake. Draping blue and red cloth painted with delicate clouds adorns the background. "This is simply her idea of the most exquisite state of body and soul, the zenith of rapture, the ultimate joy, and, of course, a jolly good time."

About the Artist
Artist Diane Flick depicts surrealist scenes that explore human experiences through inanimate objects. She shows sentience to non-sentient beings through the lenses of playfulness, emotional warmth, and dramatic childlike imagination. "Each piece makes me feel really happy," shares Diane. "First in concept, then in execution, then in the flow of sending it out for someone else to enjoy." She relishes animating her subjects in her works, bringing newness and segues into disparate themes from the same intention and philosophy. She pursued her MA at California State University to sharpen her craft. She then worked as a graphic designer, moved to San Francisco, and answered an ad to teach art. Today, she lets her imagination run free at her home studio, built by her husband, with her help. The wonderful sunshine and fresh air offer the perfect environment for her to paint with ease. Diane continues to teach at an after-school art program, sharing her knowledge while keeping her inspired. Relaxing and unwinding mean she gets to spend her spare time with her husband and two sons. Diane enjoys traveling the world with her family and looks forward to making it a habit.

Words that describe this painting: egret, anvil, cake, raspberries, drapery, cloth, clouds, fabric, bowler hat, hat, pop surrealism, surreal, ethereal, dream, dreamlike, Salvador Dali, Renee Magritte, bird, animal, animals, surrealism, oil painting, blue

The Ecstasy of Colonel Picklebottom
Diane Flick
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Finished edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2023
36 in. h x 24 in. w x 1.75 in. d
4 lbs. 5 oz.