To Infinity by Kylie Mackay

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ARTIST NOTES: 'To Infinity' I chose this image from a selction which was part of group painting class designed to explore advanced techniques with painting including brush handling and edges and taught by artist Ben Howe. I was drawn to the child’s expression, a mix of fear and wonder. It evokes a sense of vulnerability and the vastness of the unknown universe beyond our reach. This unsettling tension draws the viewer in to explore up close the details of the surface. I painted the child in a highly realistic style that borders on photorealism, starting on a bright orange imprimatura that creates a cohesive base to build upon.I concentrated on creating beautiful defined but soft edges and improving my brush handling a skill which I intend to bring to all my future paintings.

DIMENSIONS	(Height - 44.00 cm X Width - 54.50 cm )
MEDIUM ON BASE	Oil on Linen
GENRE	Portrait
REGISTERED NRN #	000-45077-0137-01
COPYRIGHT	© Kylie Mackay
PRIZES AND AWARDS	The Mornington Art Show 2024 - Don Gordon Packing Room Prize Prize - $500.00
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Artist: Kylie Mackay

ARTIST BIO As a skilled portrait artist, I specialize in capturing the unique personalities and essence of my subjects through my detailed and realistic style. I have a passion for art and studied my craft via formal and informal training in various mediums, such as pencil, charcoal, silverpoint, and oil painting. My dedication to quality is evident in every piece I create, as I use only the finest materials and time-tested techniques. Whether I'm painting a beloved pet, a family member, or a cherished friend, my ultimate goal is to produce a beautiful and enduring work of art that my collectors will treasure for years to come. View works by Kylie Mackay in Mornington Art Show