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Michael AlfordSpring Gardens Trafalgar Square-original impressionism cityscape painting-art2021
2021
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"Spring Gardens Trafalgar Square" by Michael Alford is a captivating original impressionistic cityscape that invites viewers to witness the vibrant beauty of London's Trafalgar Square in the spring. Crafted with meticulous brushstrokes in oil on board, this painting captures the iconic architecture, the warm glow of street lights, and the lively activity of people enjoying the scene at night.
The composition unfolds against the backdrop of Trafalgar Square, adorned in a harmonious blend of dark earth tones, black, and gold. The carefully chosen color scheme evokes the essence of spring, with the interplay of light and shadow creating a poetic atmosphere. Street lights cast a gentle radiance, highlighting the architectural details and inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the energy of the scene.
The figurative element comes to life with the depiction of people engaged in various activities, perhaps browsing through the square or simply reveling in the night ambiance. Alford's impressionistic style skillfully blends realism and abstraction, capturing the essence of urban life with a touch of poetic interpretation. The play of light on the figures adds a sense of movement and liveliness to the overall composition.
The painting is framed with elegance, featuring the artist's signature, and is ready to be displayed. The framing enhances the overall presentation, complementing the atmospheric quality of the artwork.
"Spring Gardens Trafalgar Square" is a timeless piece that celebrates the spirit of spring in one of London's most iconic locations. This original impressionistic figurative cityscape is currently available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art in Chelsea and online. Don't miss the opportunity to bring the vibrancy and beauty of Trafalgar Square in spring into your art collection.
Artist Biography:
Michael’s varied body of work reflects his interest in many types of painting. He is well known for powerful cityscapes of contemporary urban centers—especially London—and for landscapes that capture diverse geographies through the eyes of a passionate traveler. His paintings of figures, clothed and nude, are sought after for their combination of fine draughtsmanship, acute observation and sense of drama. A sensitive portraitist, Michael is frequently commissioned to paint individuals and groups. Travel remains and important source of inspiration for Michael’s work. Driven by a love for plein air sketching and painting from life, Michael’s recent trips have taken him to India, East Africa, the Middle East, Europe, the Caribbean and North America. He has twice been appointed war artist to the British Military, accompanying troops to Helmand Province in 2011 and again in 2013. Michael has been awarded several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve Memorial Prize for best painting of London, and the Prima Luce Mural prize. Michael is a serving council member of the Chelsea Arts Society. Artist Statement “Painting for me is recapturing the experience of seeing, without being too literal-minded about what that experience is or means. My work always starts with direct observation of the visible world. It can be broad and sweeping, as in landscapes or cityscapes, or very close and intimate, as in figures, nudes or interiors. I often go out looking for subjects and return to the studio with sketches or drawings. These I use as a starting point for a process that turns raw observation, impressions, into something more abstract and evocative. The process often involves cutting out visual distractions and transient effects so that the resulting image has more power. Time acts as an important filter for me and so does physical distance between the initial sketch and the painting. Both help me distil the memory and pick out the essential forms. My overall aim is to communicate my experience of seeing, to convey—through the use of light and shadow and mood—some of the magic and mystery I feel when I look at the world.“
- Creator:Michael Alford (1958, British)
- Creation Year:2021
- Dimensions:Height: 27.56 in (70 cm)Width: 51.19 in (130 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Gallery Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU468313663522
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