Clark Mitchell

Gliding by Clark Mitchell

2021

"Evening at Harvey Bear Park" is a pastel painting by Torrance, CA based artist, Joe Mancuso. This painting was created during Colibri Gallery's 2nd An...

"Roses Among the Vines" is a pastel painting by Torrance, CA based artist, Joe Mancuso. This painting was created during Colibri Gallery's 2nd Annual Plein Air Paint Out and won third place! Featuring the lush green vines of local winery Clos LaChance, Mancuso masterfully captures the light of the sun coming through fog on a Sunday October morning. Magnificent white roses gleam in the sunlight along with the chartreuse leaves surrounding the flowers. Framed: 16.75" x 19.63" Unframed: 11" x 14" Framing includes a black matte boarder with an ornate gold fillet with museum glass, all included in the price. About the Artist: Joe Mancuso is a plein air pastellist based in Torrance, CA. Mancuso is well known for the light in his paintings. His paintings are deeply influenced by the environment, especially seasonal changes and climactic weather. Mancuso creates his breathtaking paintings on location and though he may respond to a certain place or scene, his goal is to always make capturing the light his focal point. Joe participated in Colibri Gallery’s 2nd Annual Morgan Hill Plein Air Paint Out, where he won third place for his painting, Roses Among the Vines. In 2021, Mancuso achieved Master Circle Status with The International Association of Pastel Societies and is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America. Mancuso holds membership with The California Art Club, Laguna Beach Plein Air...

"Morgan Hill Morning" is a pastel painting by Torrance, CA based artist, Joe Mancuso. This painting was created at Harvey Bear Park in Morgan Hill, CA, known for its lush scenery and excellent hiking trails. Mancuso ventured out prior to the Plein Air Paint Out event and became inspired by the landscape of the quiet town. Framed: 13.5" x 15.5" Unframed: 8" x 10" Framing includes a black matte border with an ornate gold fillet on top of museum glass, all included in the price. About the Artist: Joe Mancuso is a plein air pastellist based in Torrance, CA. Mancuso is well known for the light in his paintings. His paintings are deeply influenced by the environment, especially seasonal changes and climactic weather. Mancuso creates his breathtaking paintings on location and though he may respond to a certain place or scene, his goal is to always make capturing the light his focal point. Joe participated in Colibri Gallery’s 2nd Annual Morgan Hill Plein Air Paint Out, where he won third place for his painting, Roses Among the Vines. In 2021, Mancuso achieved Master Circle Status with The International Association of Pastel Societies and is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America. Mancuso holds membership with The California Art Club, Laguna Beach Plein Air...

"Lifting Fog" is a pastel painting by Torrance, CA based artist, Joe Mancuso. This painting was created in Morgan Hill, CA. This calming painting depicts a lonely road with a monumental tree to the right-hand side. Tones of violet, orange, blues, and greens, can be found in this piece. Mancuso ventured out prior to the Plein Air Paint Out event and became inspired by the landscape of the quiet town. This painting is offered in a traditional wood frame with an ornate gold fillet. Framed: 9.5"W x 11.75"H Unframed: 6"W x 8"H Framing includes a black matte border with an ornate gold fillet on top of museum glass, all included in the price. About the Artist: Joe Mancuso is a plein air pastellist based in Torrance, CA. Mancuso is well known for the light in his paintings. His paintings are deeply influenced by the environment, especially seasonal changes and climactic weather. Mancuso creates his breathtaking paintings on location and though he may respond to a certain place or scene, his goal is to always make capturing the light his focal point. Joe participated in Colibri Gallery...

"Hazy Day Hikers" is a plein air pastel painting by Cotati, CA based artist Clark Mitchell. This sublime piece depicts an aerial trail side view of a mountain side. Off in the distance, are hikers taking in the beautiful sunny day. Purple mountains sit quietly against a gold late afternoon sky. This piece comes with an ornate gold frame and is ready to hang. Artwork measurements are: Unframed: 9"w x 12"h | Framed: 12.5"w x 15.5"h About the Artist: Growing up in the shadow of the Rockies, Clark Mitchell very early discovered a love of the natural world. Given a set of fine old German pastels by his father when quite young, he quickly embraced the medium for its ease of handling, brilliance of color and portability. He received a bachelor’s degree in art from Colorado College in the seventies and moved to San Francisco to continue his studies at the Academy of Art College. Through personal exploration as well as study with artists Albert Handell, Skip Whitcomb, Michael Lynch...

"Yosemite Springtime" is a plein air pastel painting by Cotati, CA based artist Clark Mitchell. This painting depicts a gorgeous view of the monumental Half Dome Mountain range in Yosemite California. Within the cliff face, is a roaring waterfall with light blue mist rising from the bottom of the rocks. Below the summit is a lush tree line featuring brilliant tones of pinks and greens. This painting comes with a gold ornate frame and is ready to hang. Artwork measurements are: Unframed: 12"w x 16"h  | Framed: 18.5"w x 22.5"h About the Artist: Growing up in the shadow of the Rockies, Clark Mitchell very early discovered a love of the natural world. Given a set of fine old German pastels by his father when quite young, he quickly embraced the medium for its ease of handling, brilliance of color and portability. He received a bachelor’s degree in art from Colorado College in the seventies and moved to San Francisco to continue his studies at the Academy of Art College. Through personal exploration as well as study with artists Albert Handell, Skip Whitcomb, Michael Lynch...

Misty Morning, Original Impressionist Pastel Seascape Painting, 2020 8" x 10" (HxW) Pastel Painting on Board 12" x 14" (HxW) Professionally Framed Artist Commentary: **This painting is professionally framed in a 2"" warm silver frame with conservation glass and backing** Have you ever been to Acadia National Park in Maine? It is such a treat and a real must see for nature lovers. As I took the photo reference for this painting I was reminded of a teacher who told me everyone loves a sunny day and to not waste my time on painting misty paintings...

Outlook of the city 1960. paper, pastel. 29x40 cm "Outlook of the City" is an evocative and vibrant artwork that offers a glimpse into the urban landscape of the 1960s. Through the expressive use of pastels on paper, the artist aims to capture the essence and energy of the city, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of this bustling urban environment. Aleksandra Belcova...

Flooded river 1950s. Paper, pastel. 26,5x35,5 cm The medium used for this artwork is pastel on paper, offering a soft and powdery texture that can effectively convey the atmospheric and natural elements of the subject. The flooding of a river can be a powerful and evocative subject, as it can symbolize the forces of nature and the unpredictable beauty and devastation that water can bring. Aleksandra Belcova...

In the yard. 1950. Pastel on paper, 65x49,5 cm

Pastel painting, 1890-1900 by Lesser Ury. Signed lower left: L. Ury. Framed. Very good condition. Dimensions: 19.09 x 13.78 in ( 48,5 x 35 cm ), Framed: 31.3 x 24.8 in ( 79,5 x 63 cm ) Provenance: Richard and Charlotte Gerson, Breslau - after 1939 Great Britain Certificate by Dr. Sibylle Groß, Berlin, dated 12 October 2013. Listed in catalogue raisonné (Leo) Lesser Ury, born 1861 in Birnbaum, near Posen ( Poland ) - died 1931 in Berlin. Ury is one of the very important artists of the german impressionsts. He was a member of the Berliner Secession (a big retrospective -exhibition in 1922). His subjects were landscapes, urban landscapes, and interior scenes. Lesser Ury is recorded mainly for his impressionist Berlin city views, streets at night, rain depictions and café house...

A wonderful nocturnal pastel landscape of Gstaad, Switzerland in partial moonlight by American artist William Samuel Horton (1865-1936). Horton was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, an...