Hadley Northrop

Street in Marrakesh, Oil Painting

2021

Artist Comments
A woman in black walks down a narrow street in Marrakesh, Morocco. "The city is known for its red and ochre walls," states artist Hadley Northrop. "The sun shines at the end of the street, showing the changing colors of the sandstone and emphasizing the figure's silhouette." Hadley had not been to Morocco herself, but the source image from a friend reminded her of John Singer Sargent's Venice paintings. "It was the chance to travel vicariously a little, pay homage to Sargent, and show the calm and confidence of a happily traveling friend."

About the Artist
Hadley’s subject matter is inspired by her San Francisco surroundings, particularly the city at night. Her glowing depictions of light sources are reminiscent of a blurred photograph or a bleary-eyed nighttime stroll. Hadley developed her love for art from her mother, a watercolorist, and continued to pursue her artistic career at a collegiate level and beyond. She now works out of a small studio in San Francisco’s Mission District. Hadley goes into her studio seven days a week with her Boston terrier puppy.

Words that describe this painting: woman, figure, dress, walking, Marrakesh, Morocco, city, street, alley, travel, John Singer Sargent, portrait, path, building, architecture, minimal, people, modern, people, travel, modern , oil painting, grey

Street in Marrakesh
Hadley Northrop
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Finished black edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on back
2021
9 in. h x 7 in. w x .5 in. d
0 lbs. 5 oz.