Tag: Saint John

Inspirations- Classical Art

Posted on by NV

My artistic inspiration can come from very different places. Sometimes it is from a song or a color or a person passing by. My subject matter for my artwork is usually the human form, so I try to look at objects (and people) and wonder how can I transform them into my style of exaggerated figures. Here are few shots from the Kimbell Museum of Art in Fort Worth Texas. Enjoy!

As an artist I try to look at classic works of art and try to envision it in various ways. This sculptures' position makes me envision a second person in which she is resisting.
As an artist I try to look at classic works of art and try to envision it in various ways. This sculptures’ position makes me envision a second person in which she is resisting.
Movement is the theme of this sculpture. It is colorful and resembles a person stepping forward.
Movement is the theme of this sculpture. It is colorful and resembles a person stepping forward.
This statue of Saint John the Baptist captures details that seem photographic. From the creases in his cloak to the texture of his hair.
This statue of Saint John the Baptist captures details that seem photographic. From the creases in his cloak to the texture of his hair.
I've always been fascinated by relief style works of art. Here is an example featuring the Virgin Mary and Child.
I’ve always been fascinated by relief style works of art. Here is an example featuring the Virgin Mary and Child.