Painting titled "au-soleil" by Maude Ovize, Original Artwork, Oil

au-soleil (2018) Painting by Maude Ovize

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Original Artwork Painting, Oil

Artworks classification

Original Artwork

Original Artwork refers to any work that is considered authentic and not a copy or imitation of the original works of an artist. Original artwork can be any type of painting, sculpture, performance, or other media. There are many types of original media. Mixed media includes oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings. For workshop paintings that bear evidence of master craftsmanship, this attribution must be further qualified. While they may be less valuable for different reasons, reproductions and copies have had a tremendous impact on our experience. They reach a greater audience than originals and act as a tonic against commodification. Original Artwork could also refer to the first work, which is always preceding all others. It could also refer to a prototype or a model from which other works can be made. Each work bears great similarities to the original.
Dimensions Height 31.9in, Width 45.7in
Categories Figurative

About this artwork: Classification, Techniques & Styles Oil Paint consisting of pigments bound with linseed oil or carnations. The traditional technique consists[...]

Maude Ovize

France

Maude Ovize is a contemporary French artist. With a keen eye for figurative art, Ovize's distinctive works have garnered recognition on the national stage, leaving an indelible[...]

Maude Ovize is a contemporary French artist. With a keen eye for figurative art, Ovize's distinctive works have garnered recognition on the national stage, leaving an indelible mark on the world of contemporary painting. A defining characteristic of Ovize's art is her fascination with water. She views water as more than just a physical element; it is a transformative force that holds the secrets of existence. In her own words, "water is a matrix of life that allows the revelation of light, reflecting hidden worlds." This fascination with water serves as the thematic core of much of her work, and her paintings often feature subjects immersed in its ethereal depths. Through her art, Ovize seeks to unlock the enigmatic qualities of water, unveiling the intricate dance of light and shadow that brings the hidden realms to life.

For Ovize, water is not just a visual element but a profound symbol of transition and transformation. She sees it as a threshold, a passage from the inner world to the outer, from the submerged to the underground. In her paintings, water becomes a metaphor for the human experience, representing the transitions and transformations that mark our journey through life.

Ovize's choice of media reflects her commitment to the art of painting. She most often creates her mesmerizing works using acrylics and oils on canvas, demonstrating her mastery over these traditional mediums. Her skillful use of color, texture, and composition breathes life into her subjects, infusing her art with a sense of vitality and emotion.