Realistic Paintings By Alyssa Monks

Realistic thing always fascinating me. Previously I already features a few realistic painting or art by many artist. Here is another example of realistic art by Alyssa Monks. Using photos for loose reference, Brooklin-based artist Alyssa Monks creates incredibly realistic paintings that make viewers scratch their eyes in awe.

Alyssa Monks is one of those few talented masters that can recreate a photo from scratch using a paintbrush, as well as add their own personal touch and making an artwork really their own. Looking at her amazing works, it's hard to believe they're actually painted, and viewers are often only convinced when thy get close enough to see the brush strokes. The paintings are so realistic you can make out every little detail, down to the tiny imperfections of a subject's skin.

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Ultra Realistic Wall Painting

David Jon Kassan. By immersing himself into his subject matter, Kassan is able to infuse his painting with life and realism. Kassan's direction of realism follows the philosophies emplyed by the Ashcan School of American Realists. Kassan's influences are varied; citing Robert Henri and John Sloan as his primary influences on philosophy and subject matter. As for style and technique he cites Antonio Lopez Garcia, Mark Rothko, Franz Kline and Clyfford Still as influences as well.

Passing by these amazing 3D paintings will make you almost believe that there are real people standing by the wall. The paintings are made in such a way that you would probably try to touch the girl that's leaning on the wall or maybe the old lady that's resting, because they seem so realistic. The most surprising thing is that the artist is only using his bare hands and painting to make such tremendous art happen.

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Monday Inspiration

"It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child."

Pablo Picasso

This is truly a Monday Inspiration post for me. I visited the Pablo Picasso exhibit at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts yesterday, and I highly recommend it. More to come!

photo: Portrait of Dora Maar, 1937 oil on canvas

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Best of Painting Designs for the Walls of Your House by Jen Stark

Painting designs for the walls of your home by Jen Stark, very full of art and unique elements. With a colorful design full of fun increasingly add to the atmosphere in the room, especially if used by your kids to play. This is one of the best examples of wall painting designs created by Jen Stark.

Bridesmaids Luncheon Ideas ~ Dress Watercolor Prints

With the Spring 2011 Wedding Season approaching, I have been getting many requests for my Dress watercolor art prints. You can create a lovely table setting for your luncheon and these prints make wonderful gifts for each bridesmaid.

I also welcome custom orders of your specific bridesmaids dresses. You get to keep the original painting for a wonderful personalized keepsake, and each bridesmaid gets a wonderful party favor. Contact me ( laura.trevey@gmail.com ) for details and pricing.

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Monday Inspiration - Turquoise and Orange

"Happy are the painters, for they shall not be lonely. Light and colour, peace and hope, will keep them company to the end of the day." Winston Churchill

Turquoise and Orange Splash - original watercolor art painting

More bright paintings for your living room and home decor.

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Decorating Ideas - How to Arrange Art on Your Walls

When a customer purchases one of my watercolor paintings, I often get asked the question, "How should I arrange the art on my wall?". Even though this is a very good question, there is no right or wrong answer. Some formal dining rooms call for symmetry, while modern living room spaces might entertain a mix matched collage. It simply is a matter of your personal taste. After all, people buy art that pleases them and makes them happy; therefore, do what feels natural and right to you. I have collected an assortment of wall displays to give you some ideas.

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Custom Watercolor Painting of Your Home

Thank you to everyone for your Custom Home painting orders! I am busy getting them done; here is one of my latest. I can imagine sitting on that great front porch in a wooden rocking chair sipping on a large glass of iced tea... ahhh!

{Calling ALL Artists ~ I am hosting "A Painting a day" for the month of January. If you have a blog post of recent work, please visit me on my Watercolors by Laura Trevey blog. You can participate every day or just 1 or 2 times... Please join me!}

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