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Painting, Oil on Canvas
Size: 20 W x 28 H x 1 D in
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This architectural artwork portrays a Victorian-era home on Noe Street in the Castro district of San Francisco. It is an oil painting of a beautiful example of Italianate architecture. The house is two stories tall with a red wood facade and a front porch with a blue and white balustrade. The overall effect is of a stately and elegant home. The painting captures the lively character of Noe Street. It is painted in bright colors and a hazy sun peeks out. The street is bustling with activity, an energetic dog walker is passing by. There are also a few parked electric cars along the street. There is an interplay between the traditional Victorian architecture and the modern technology reflected in San Francisco street life. The artwork is done in the style of abstract realism, with attention to detail. It is well-composed, with a strong sense of perspective. The painting is full of life and energy, capturing the spirit of the Castro district, which is known for its vibrant LGBTQ community. The Castro is a safe and welcoming place for people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. The painting will bring a smile to your face and make you want to visit Noe Street for yourself. This artwork is also a reminder of the history of San Francisco. The Italianate style of architecture was popular in the late 19th century, and this house is a fine example of that style. The house has been standing for over 100 years, and it has seen a lot of changes in San Francisco during that time. The painting is a reminder of the city's past, and is sure to be enjoyed by art lovers and history buffs alike. This art was recently displayed in an exhibit at the Gunder Mansion, which is a historical landmark in Chicago. Shipped to the U.S. as is, hung on stretcher bars. For international sales: Shipped as a rolled canvas, wrapped around stretcher bars, to keep shipping costs low.
Original Created:2023
Subjects:Architecture
Materials:Canvas
Styles:ContemporaryFine ArtModern
Mediums:Oil
Painting:Oil on Canvas
Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork
Size:20 W x 28 H x 1 D in
Frame:Not Framed
Ready to Hang:Yes
Packaging:Ships in a Box
Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments.
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Ships From:United States.
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Leon Sarantos graduated from the College of Arts and Architecture at the University of Michigan. Mr. Sarantos is an architect, as well as an artist. Continuing Studies Art Institute of Chicago, figure painting. Hyde Park Art Center, oil painting, portraits, independent study with Darrell Roberts. Represented by Union Street Gallery, Chicago Heights, Illinois; Paul Henry's Art Gallery, Hammond, Indiana; CornerStone Art Gallery, Whiting, Indiana; Xanadu Gallery, Scottsdale, Arizona. Member: Union Street Gallery Guild; Artsia: The Society of International Artists; 119th Street Artists; Studio 659. Listed in Art World Chicago: Online Art Gallery: Chicago Painters, Chicago Photographers. Artist Statement: A Love Affair With Colors. I use color as a driving force to create art that is recognizable to the viewer, yet abstracted from a literal representation. This interplay of abstraction and realism in my art is akin to abstract realism. In this approach, I find inspiration in the art of Milton Avery. In carving out the elements of the painting, I use strong dark lines to give the art movement and delineate the objects portrayed. For added visual variety and movement, I graduate the values from very light to dark moving across the canvas. These contrasting color values offer borders and outlines to explore, similar to catching a look at an image in shade or direct sunlight, adjacent but distinct. Often, I layer one color over another, letting each layer peek through and add its contribution. Small, quick dashes of high-key colors dance across the painting for subtle stimulation and movement. I often paint using realistic techniques: lighting, perspective, and modeling. My manner of paint application, though, creates a contemporary feel to the finished work by using flattened objects, textures, partial overlays of color, and strong, carved out shapes. My art presents the interplay between abstraction and realism across genres including figurative art, cityscapes of Chicago scenes, and landscapes, as well as still life paintings. My recent digital art series also explores the interplay of representational photography with digital transformations that present a more abstract view.
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