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Inspired by the German Shepherd for their loyalty and dedication, artist Jeff Fleming paints a portrait of the canine. He displays the stars and stripes background to emphasize freedom — and fun. Jeff starts with a pencil sketch and applies oil paint using his fingers then adds details with brushes and string for decorative patterns. "I whisk paint in random strokes, a technique which adds a boost of energy," says Jeff.
About the Artist
Artist Jeff Fleming uses fingerpainting to create exuberant portraits of dogs. Growing up in Southern California, Jeff was first introduced to fingerpainting in kindergarten. He painted through high school and college and won several art awards, including Best of Show in a city wide student competition. After graduating with a degree in journalism and advertising, he went to work as an art director. For the next 40 years, he created print, radio and television ads for a number of top agencies. "After retiring in 2019, the clouds of stress and pressure cleared and allowed me to set my creative energy free," says Jeff. He began developing new techniques focused on the excitement and energy of painting. Today, he uses a variety of methods and tools, including fingerpainting wearing nitrile gloves, traditional paint brushes, bamboo shish kebab sticks, kite string, spraypaint and splattering. While working, Jeff always listens to music, including Broadway musicals, dance music and rhythmic Hawaiian tunes.
Words that describe this painting: Contemporary art, modern art, German Shepherd, dog playing, expressionism, impressionism, kinetic impressionism, oil painting, dog painting, lively art, fun art, happy dog, Iris Scott...
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Lily pads float on a calm pond. The gentle brushwork and subtle shading evoke a peaceful and ethereal atmosphere. A minimalist palette and organic forms suggest...
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This contemporary oil painting explores the quiet poetry of interior spaces. With a carefully considered composition and layered brushwork, artist David Thelen ...
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A spread of fruits and ceramics compose this classical still life. A strong, stage-like illumination intensifies the contrasts of light and shadow. Realistic br...
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Crabs crawl out of a bowl beside a glass of white wine, sliced fruit, and a red ceramic jar. A dramatic illumination intensifies the contrast of light and shado...
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A figure reclines on her stomach, gazing down at the floor in comfort. Soft light accentuates the gentle curves of her form, while the background highlights t...
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A young fawn stands alert, its big ears and soft eyes full of quiet curiosity. Artist Karen Barton used both palette knife and brush to bring out rich textures ...
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