Acrobat 1, 2019

Description

I was inspired to paint a collection of acrobat pictures because I love painting people, and people in motion even more. Circus acrobats fit naturally into this genre.

Painted on a muted, dark background,  the acrobat’s vivid blue costume and flowing blonde hair create a dramatic contrast that captures the eye. Suspended from high above, she crosses her legs to grip the rope as she leans back from her trapeze with her back arched, head flung back, and arms stretched out wide. You can almost sense how an audience would be holding their breath as they gaze upwards in awe willing her not to fall.

The use of light and shade highlights the acrobat’s body portraying elegance and athletic strength as she reclines high in the air, while pale streaks in her hair create a movement that brings the acrobat to life.

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