the story of “Blue Dream”
"Blue Dream" is a captivating exploration of color and form, showcasing a refined and intricate skull with a particular focus on dentition, a rarity in Estabrook’s work. The entire painting is rendered with pointillism-like brushstrokes, requiring immense precision, particularly in the depiction of the teeth. This technique creates a shimmering effect, as though millions of tiny points of light are dancing across the surface, adding depth and texture to the composition.
The painting’s expansive size invites viewers to lose themselves in its rich layers of blue, ranging from deep, dark tones to light, airy hues, evoking both a dreamlike atmosphere and profound depth. Subtle highlights of greenish hues, formed by a blend of Indian yellow and blue, introduce unexpected warmth to the cool, immersive tones, giving the skull a sense of life that is both mesmerizing and haunting. The result is a piece that is not only visually stunning but also meditative, capturing the expansive, infinite feeling that inspired its creation.
"Blue Dream" stands apart from the other skulls in Brent Estabrook’s expressive skull series, being the only blue piece among its pink counterparts, such as "Exuberant" and "Cherry Blossoms." This distinct color choice, along with the intricate technique and size, makes "Blue Dream" a truly exceptional work within the collection.
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