Lee SmithAll Cats Go To Heaven II, Original Painting2023
2023
About the Item
Artist Comments
A white-winged cat soars over a forest on its way to heaven. It wears a happy smile and carries a twinkle in its eyes. Bright verdant hues contrast with textured metallic paint and black outlines. Made with acrylic, markers, and gel medium, the endearing artwork exudes edgy graphic qualities.
About the Artist
Artist Lee Smith combines abstract, primitive, expressionist, and gritty contemporary art in her work. “My style is greatly influenced by years spent in CGI production and an unapologetic love for the daily comics,†says Lee. As a keen observer, she finds her inspiration in the social aspects of life. Her work represents human emotions and portrays these emotions by illustrating the animal world, often using those popular companions—cats and dogs. In her long professional career, Lee has worked as a newspaper layout artist, a visual merchandising specialist, a freelance graphic artist, a technical illustrator, and an art director. Lee retired from the corporate world ten years ago to concentrate on her art career. “Although I studied art in college, I prefer to describe myself as 'self-taught.' Years of irreplaceable hands-on experience have provided an extensive and invaluable continuing education in the arts,†says Lee. When building her current home in Oregon, she added a small studio that she keeps organized and clutter-free. She wears her trusty paint-covered denim overall when working, and typically listens to audiobooks or podcasts. “I have dozens of paintbrushes in cans all over the studio, but I have only about 10 favorites that I always use.â€
Words that describe this painting: angel, cat, wing, forest, moon, sky, flying, eyes, metallic, gold, whimsical, happy, pet, smile, fantasy, animals, primitive, mixed media artwork, green
All Cats Go To Heaven II
Lee Smith
Acrylic paint and markers on cradled wood panel
Finished black edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2023
12 in. h x 12 in. w x 1.5 in. d
1 lbs. 8 oz.
- Creator:Lee Smith
- Creation Year:2023
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
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- Condition:All Cats Go To Heaven II. Lee Smith. Acrylic paint and markers on cradled wood panel. Finished black edges. Ready to hang. One-of-a-kind. Signed on front and back.
- Gallery Location:San Francisco, CA
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- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
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