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Helen Steele
"Lost" Mixed Media Contemporary Figurative Abstract Expressionist

2010

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"Lost" by Helen Steele is a 48" x 36" mixed media canvas that resonates with the poignant solitude of contemporary figurative abstraction. Dark, brooding browns and deep shadows form the backdrop, against which a solitary, indistinct figure cloaked in golden and amber tones appears to be in a state of introspection or disconnection. This abstract expressionist work explores the theme of isolation, with the figure seemingly adrift in a vast and undefined space. The use of contrasting colors emphasizes a sense of dislocation and yearning, evoking the complex emotions associated with the search for direction and purpose. Helen Steele was born in Germany and has an extensive educational background, including a Master's Degree in Art Education, Art History, and Psychology from the Ludwigs Maximilian University in Munich and further studies in Italy. She moved to Los Angeles in 1987, where she began exhibiting her work, and has since held exhibitions across various states in the U.S.​​ Her work as an art instructor and her diverse educational experiences have likely contributed to the depth and complexity found in her artworks. Original, 1-of-1. Available at the American Art Gallery, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Keywords: contemporary, mixed-media, abstract, figurative, expressionist, dark, brown, shadows, golden, amber, isolation, space, Helen Steele
  • Creator:
    Helen Steele (1961 - 2022, American)
  • Creation Year:
    2010
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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    Framing Options Available
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  • Gallery Location:
    Carmel, CA
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    Seller: Ellen DeGeneres, Joe Walsh, Ringo Starr, Tony Coles and more1stDibs: LU1380213442512
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