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A Contemporary artwork created with colored pencil that Juxtaposes the classical elements of the figures color and form with the offbeat and whimsical elements of modern pattern, rhythm and movement. This piece was created to surprise and challenge the viewer to think critically about our own perceptions of what society labels beautiful; to encourage a shifting movement of perspective and possibly emerge with a new insight.
Year Created
2022
Colors
BlackGrayKhakiYellowBlueLight PurpleMagentaGreen
Materials & Tools
Colored Pencil
Search Terms
portraitfigurefemalecicadacontemporary
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Kelly Penz
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Using acrylics, colored pencil, pastels and mixed media I explore the interior landscapes of emotions and spiritual journeys. In my exploration of the duality existing between action versus being, I attempt to bring into form the illusory and abstract layers of experience and surrender.