Elevator UP
21"x26"
'Elevator Up' is being shown at Waverly House in Springfield, Missouri.
I got the Idea for this painting in New York. My daughter needed a restroom. Those who have visited New York City, know this can be a problem. My husband suggested a nearby hotel. The elevator had a mirror in the ceiling. What a great painting that reflection would make. I did not take a photo. In the Naples, Florida Art Museum, the elevator had a mirror in the ceiling. I shot the needed photo in packed elevator. I was ready to paint.
This painting took forever to paint. It was quite complicated with several figures. The number of figures alone would dictate that this be drawn using a grid system. The unusual vantage point made things extra challenging.
Every figure needed to relate to the ones beside it in value and color temperature. The elevator itself had to adhere to correct perspective rules. The details were very important. If one thing was not right the painting would not pull together.
After much fussing and changing all goals are accomplished. The painting seems to be received very well. It was worth the time and struggle.
Very very cool idea and painting. The view is so interesting.
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