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Michael AlfordNightfall, St Paul's-Original impressionism cityscape painting-contemporary Art2020
2020
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"Nightfall St Paul's" by Michael Alford is a captivating original impressionistic cityscape that transports viewers to the enchanting beauty of the London riverside at night. Crafted with masterful brushstrokes in oil on board, this painting captures the iconic St. Paul's Cathedral, surrounded by the rich palette of dark earth tones, black, and gold.
The composition unfolds against the backdrop of the London riverside, with the skyline illuminated in the warm glow of street lights and the architectural brilliance of St. Paul's Cathedral. The carefully chosen color scheme evokes a sense of mystery and sophistication, creating an atmospheric and poetic scene.
The figurative element is subtly incorporated, with the suggestion of people strolling along the riverside, perhaps taking in the beauty of the night or enjoying the tranquility of the moment. Alford's impressionistic style seamlessly blends realism and abstraction, capturing the essence of urban life with a touch of romantic interpretation. The play of light on the architecture adds depth and dimension to the scene.
The painting is framed with sophistication, featuring the artist's signature, and is ready to be displayed. The framing enhances the overall presentation, complementing the atmospheric quality of the artwork.
"Nightfall St Paul's" is a timeless piece that invites viewers to experience the magic of London at night, with St. Paul's Cathedral as the centerpiece. This original impressionistic figurative cityscape is currently available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art in Chelsea and online. Don't miss the opportunity to bring the beauty and tranquility of Nightfall St Paul's into your art collection.
Artist biography:
Michael’s varied body of work reflects his interest in many types of painting. He is well known for powerful cityscapes of contemporary urban centers—especially London—and for landscapes that capture diverse geographies through the eyes of a passionate traveler. His paintings of figures, clothed and nude, are sought after for their combination of fine draughtsmanship, acute observation and sense of drama. A sensitive portraitist, Michael is frequently commissioned to paint individuals and groups. Travel remains and important source of inspiration for Michael’s work. Driven by a love for plein air sketching and painting from life, Michael’s recent trips have taken him to India, East Africa, the Middle East, Europe, the Caribbean and North America. He has twice been appointed war artist to the British Military, accompanying troops to Helmand Province in 2011 and again in 2013. Michael has been awarded several prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve Memorial Prize for best painting of London, and the Prima Luce Mural prize. Michael is a serving council member of the Chelsea Arts Society. Artist Statement “Painting for me is recapturing the experience of seeing, without being too literal-minded about what that experience is or means. My work always starts with direct observation of the visible world. It can be broad and sweeping, as in landscapes or cityscapes, or very close and intimate, as in figures, nudes or interiors. I often go out looking for subjects and return to the studio with sketches or drawings. These I use as a starting point for a process that turns raw observation, impressions, into something more abstract and evocative. The process often involves cutting out visual distractions and transient effects so that the resulting image has more power. Time acts as an important filter for me and so does physical distance between the initial sketch and the painting. Both help me distil the memory and pick out the essential forms. My overall aim is to communicate my experience of seeing, to convey—through the use of light and shadow and mood—some of the magic and mystery I feel when I look at the world.“
- Creator:Michael Alford (1958, British)
- Creation Year:2020
- Dimensions:Height: 24.02 in (61 cm)Width: 44.1 in (112 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
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- Gallery Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU468314436932
Michael Alford
Artist Biography Michael Alford is an established British artist whose works have featured in prominent prizes and exhibitions throughout the UK, and who has twice been appointed war artist to the British Military. Inspired by extensive travel, he composes representations of diverse landscapes and intriguing figures whilst simultaneously fusing classical techniques with a sharp, modern sensibility. Alford's overall aesthetic captures sensitive intricacy and luminous clarity. After returning, he chose to study art at the Slade School and the Chelsea School of Art. Diverse Landscape
Alford's varied body of work reflects his interest in many types of painting. He is well known for powerful cityscapes of contemporary urban centres —especially London—and for landscapes that capture diverse geographies through the eyes of a passionate traveller. His paintings of figures, clothed and nude, are sought after for their combination of fine draughtsmanship, acute observation and sense of drama. Military Honours for a traveller-painter
Alford has been awarded prizes including the Green and Stone Oil Painting Prize, the Agnes Reeve Memorial Prize for best painting of London, and the Prima Luce Mural prize. Alford is a member of the Chelsea Arts Society. He has twice been appointed war artist to the British Military and was also commissioned by the military to produce artwork in Iraq in 2016.
Style and Technique
Michael is a figurative painter with an expressive classical style. He depicts scenes of contemporary life with an emphasis on urban subjects, landscapes and the human figure. His wide-ranging catalogue includes cityscapes, city scenes (captured moments in the life of the city), landscapes, beach- and seascapes, figure groups and nudes. His approach is distinguished by vigorous brushwork, skilled draftsmanship, bold handling of colour and a sensitive rendering of the interplay of shadow and light.
Artist Statement
“Painting for me is recapturing the experience of seeing, without being too literal-minded about what that experience is or means.
My work always starts with direct observation of the visible world. It can be broad and sweeping, as in landscapes or cityscapes, or very close and intimate, as in figures, nudes or interiors. I often go out looking for subjects and return to the studio with sketches or drawings. These I use as a starting point for a process that turns raw observation—impressions—into something more abstract and evocative. The process often involves cutting out visual distractions and transient effects so that the resulting image has more power. Time acts as an important filter for me and so does physical distance between the initial sketch and the painting. Both help me distil the memory and pick out the essential forms.
My overall aim is to communicate my experience of seeing, to convey—through the use of light and shadow and mood—some of the magic and mystery I feel when I look at the world.” – Michael Alford
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