Tracy Burke

Sufjan Stevens, Painting, Oil on Canvas

2016

A young man thinking about the future. This is three quarter inch gallery wrapped canvas, no staples or tacks on the side, ready to be hung with all necessary hardware attached. :: P...

On the outset of life, he is a symbol of the freshness of youth, vigor and spirit, absorbed by pursuits and boundless raptures, impervious to the choices of yesterday and unencumbere...

Couple of kids walking along the street with a cubistic background. Oil on cotton canvas over single width pine bars. Can be hung as is, or could be framed by the buyer. :: Painting ...

In fact, I like today's youth. And if I slightly troll this audience, it’s out of great sympathy. I love their extravagance, their quirks, their language of self-expression and se...

Acrylic on wood panel.

Tania Rivilis Some Ambiguous Words 63 x 45 cm Oil on wood panel First we can announce some wonderful news! 3 May 2022 Tania Rivilis did win the first price of the Royal Academy of ...

Kelly Birkenruth's "Adam" (2024) is an original oil painting on panel, measuring 14 x 11 x 2 inches. This striking artwork features the detailed portrayal of a male torso, emphasizing the muscular structure and the subtle interplay of light and shadow on the skin. The background’s soft, muted tones contrast beautifully with the lifelike depiction of the subject, highlighting Birkenruth’s technical skill and artistic vision. The painting is framed, with overall dimensions of 15 x 12 inches, enhancing its elegant presentation. Known for her ability to capture the human form with both realism and sensitivity, Birkenruth's "Adam" is a compelling addition to any art collection. Kelly Birkenruth’s captivating paintings are in the style of contemporary realism while staying firmly grounded in the tradition of the Old Masters. She is able to pull the viewer into her paintings by interweaving emotion with a humanistic quality through her supreme handling of light. Through her portraits and still lifes she is able to evoke sensitivity and empathy, which in turn allows her to create images which transcend mere representation to capture the true essence of her subject. Kelly’s arresting compositions, draftsmanship, use of color and observation of detail allow her to create paintings with a timeless quality. After earning her degree from Pennsylvania State University, Kelly moved...