Bob Blackmon

Oil on Canvas -- Summer

2011

This still-life painting, oil on canvas, has a dark palette of burgundies, browns, and grays. The artist has assembled some shallots, garlic, and onion. The painting also shows a pan, a knife, and a bottle. The artist has signed the painting in the front and in the back; the painting is sold in a dark wood frame. Bob Blackmon...

This charming still life is painted with oil on canvas and highly textured flowers depicted. The flowers, mostly red and crimson, are shown in a ceramic vase of dark blue and purple...

Dramatic and luxurious, Still Life with Grapes is a striking study of contrast, texture, and abundance. The deep blue-black grapes spill onto a delicate porcelain plate, their clustered forms exuding a natural opulence. The twisting vine, reaching upward like a sculptural relic, adds an element of wild elegance, while the surrounding leaves, tinged with autumnal hues, remind us of the inevitable change of seasons. Titorenkov’s exquisite use of light and shadow heightens the depth of this composition—the grapes shimmer under soft illumination, each one a study in transparency and reflection. The intricate blue patterns of the plate lend an air of timeless refinement, grounding the composition in a sense of tradition. Against the stark darkness of the background, the fruit and its organic details stand out with mesmerizing clarity. This painting is more than a depiction of fruit; it is a testament to nature’s richness, to the beauty of growth and decay, and to the fleeting, yet eternal, nature of the harvest. Still Life with Grapes speaks of abundance, nostalgia, and the simple pleasures of the earth’s bounty. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. Artist bio: Born in 1963 in Kotel, Bulgaria, Alexander Titorenkov...

A still life filled with whimsy and contrast, Composition with Cherries and Dice is a playful yet sophisticated exploration of balance and harmony. The delicate porcelain cup, adorned with golden accents, holds a single cherry—an unexpected, almost surreal placement that immediately draws the eye. A blue-rimmed saucer brims with more cherries, their glossy surfaces rich in warm reds, while a lone cherry rests precariously at the edge, as if caught between stillness and motion. Titorenkov’s use of light transforms the objects into something almost sculptural—the porcelain gleams with cool reflections, while the cherries appear soft and sumptuous in contrast. The inclusion of a red die in the corner adds an element of intrigue, a playful disruption to the classic still life arrangement. Its presence hints at chance, at unpredictability, and perhaps, at the fleeting nature of life’s sweetest moments. This painting is a masterful fusion of classical still life and contemporary wit. Composition with Cherries and Dice invites the viewer to engage with its unexpected elements, to savor its delicate beauty, and to contemplate the hidden narratives within the arrangement. This exceptional artwork is currently on display and available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art Gallery and online. Artist bio: Born in 1963 in Kotel, Bulgaria, Alexander Titorenkov...