In The Studio, Painting In Progress
Allegory of Strength, close up of painting in progress by Melody Phaneuf
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Antidote to pessimism, Allegory of Strength is an artistic response to war, economic woes, and yet another oil spill. I am always buoyed by the hopeful smile of the Jester. Here, he happily pulls himself up, despite the pressing of time and relentless negative forces.
Allegory of Strength is a work in progress, 85% complete. It is now a delicate balance of attention to detail and mindfulness to the whole. At this stage, the tendency is to look into things intensely. It is important to stand back and see everything in proper relationship.
In a way, the still life painting process itself is an allegory for seeking harmony in life. The artist puts together objects that suit the expression but sometimes finds shapes, colors, or textures are discordant. The challenge is to find the bridge that unites and makes the relationship strong. There is always some way to resolve opposing forces.
I hope that Allegory of Strength brings a respite of optimism to viewers as it has to me. My days painting the smiling Jester have caused me to smile back.
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Boston Artist, Melody Phaneuf is well known for her evocative still life, landscape, and portrait paintings. Her paintings are regularly on view at The Guild of Boston Artists, 162 Newbury Street; at Fenway Studios, Boston by appointment; and North Shore Art in Gloucester from May through October. Phaneuf ‘s paintings have been exhibited at The National Arts Club in New York City, Galerie Herouet in Paris, and with Art du Monde, in Japan.
Melody The Artist Home, founded with photographer and color specialist, Martha DiMeo, features Phaneuf’s original oil paintings on tumbled marble tile murals and beverage coasters, fine art prints, and handmade note cards.
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