Contemporary classical realist painter Vicki Sullivan merges the timeless aesthetics of the old masters with a modern sensibility. She goes beyond capturing a mere physical likeness of her subjects and strives to encapsulate their essence and spirit to convey emotions, ideas, and themes that resonate universally.
“As a contemporary classical realist painter, my artistic approach merges the timeless aesthetics of the old masters with a modern sensibility. My primary objective extends beyond capturing a mere physical likeness of my subjects. Instead, I strive to delve into the depths of their being, seeking to encapsulate their emotions, their essence, and their very spirit. My ultimate aim is to evoke within the viewer the same sensations and connection experienced in the presence of living individuals. With every brushstroke, my intention is to engage the viewer on a profound level. I want them to be drawn into the artwork, to immerse themselves in its narrative, and to embark on a journey of their own imagination. Each piece I create is a vessel for storytelling, a visual medium through which I convey emotions, ideas, and themes that resonate universally.” -Vicki Sullivan
Portrait of John Waters, oil on linen H 120cm x W 90cm_Vicki Sullivan 2014
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