{"title":"Figure-Animal Art","description":"2-D artworks of the human figure, animals, or birds\u003cbr\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"curiosity-of-pandora-painting-of-god-hermes-and-the-box-greek-mythology","title":"Curiosity of Pandora God Hermes Pandora's Box Jar Greek Mythology Art","description":"\u003c!-- Google tag (gtag.js) --\u003e\n\u003cscript async src=\"https:\/\/www.googletagmanager.com\/gtag\/js?id=GT-5R6NX7ZW\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n  window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];\n  function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}\n  gtag('js', new Date());\n\n  gtag('config', 'GT-5R6NX7ZW');\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Curiosity of Pandora\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120 x 100 cm (43 x 39 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoil paint on linen, with transparent metallic silver paint\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eby Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The famous Greek myth is like so many of our ancient legendary stories about the various qualities of humanity, in that the gods play their antics while the humans, especially women, take the blame.  In this case, the \u003cstrong\u003efirst woman created by Hephaestus \u003c\/strong\u003ewas called\u003cstrong\u003e Pandora\u003c\/strong\u003e (whose name means “all gifted”). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Zeus and the gods made her as a punishment to Prometheus for stealing fire and giving it to the humans.  She was created to become the wife of the brother of Prometheus, Epimetheus, and she was flawed by design.  The gift of a beautiful woman gave the gods the opportunity to play a trick that would hurt Prometheus' beloved humanity.  The gift, Curiosity, was from the mischievous god Hermes.  Pandora was given many gifts, including the famous container that, once opened, would unleashed the sorrows of the world.  Only Hope would remain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     But what was her real curiosity?   This is a naughty painting.  Note the silhouetted figure of Hermes, himself anticipating Pandora to go for “it.”  The phrase \"Pandora’s Box\" was mistranslated and was originally \"jar.\"  So, I took this liberty to strategically place an antique-style olive oil jar directly in front of the spread legs of the male god, a phallus if you choose to see it.  She is intrigued and her choice is our undoing.  But it takes two to tango and Hermes bears more of the blame.  The gods set her up to fail, but in the end, she also gave us Hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This figure painting depicts the moments before Pandora's curiosity gets the better of her.  Hermes not only entices her, luring her, but waits for the inevitable attraction and action.  The Greek god Hermes is silhouetted against the glowing vertical jar as he watches Pandora with a curiosity of his own.  In the background of the cave, you see other people looking on in shock, amazement, and with their own curiosity showing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The silver dress may look opaque or transparent, depending on viewpoint.  You will see many little lizards looking in (two are making whoopie), and in the top left, a spider drops into the scene on a single thread.  Hermes is recognized by his wings at his ears and feet, as well as the Caduceus that rests on the dirt floor near his left hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This oil on linen painting is in mostly neutral colors, but also features a contrast between a cool violet light from the upper left and a warm orange light source from the center right.   Enjoy!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eInspiration and Creation of The Curiosity of Pandora Painting:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This painting \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Curiosity of Pandora\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e was inspired by seeing a book of the art of \u003cstrong\u003eSartorio\u003c\/strong\u003e that I saw in 2009 at my friend Hafiza's home.  See below for an important page:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora07_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594588186\" alt=\"Art of Sartorio inspired the environment for The Curiosity of Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     Since the inspiration was also my own curiosity and that sometimes it gets me \"into trouble,\" [nothing serious, relax...no drama here] it made sense that I would use myself as \u003cstrong\u003ethe model for Pandora\u003c\/strong\u003e.  I also did that for convenience, although I needed to change the face since Pandora is supposed to be beautiful, really beautiful, and younger than I am. So, I changed the face until I was happy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you notice the painting in process, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/products\/sitting-on-a-shelf-headless-antique-wooden-puppet-bookshelf\" title=\"Still Life Painting with Headless Wooden Puppet and Old Books\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSitting on a Shelf\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, behind me?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora08_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594588457\" alt=\"Artist as Model for Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere are links to the Greek myth of Pandora:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pandora\" title=\"The story of Pandora\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pandora\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/topic\/Pandora-Greek-mythology\" title=\"Story of Greek Mythology of Pandora and the Box\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.britannica.com\/topic\/Pandora-Greek-mythology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ancient.eu\/Pandora\/\" title=\"Pandora and her Box or Jar Greek Mythology Story explained\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ancient.eu\/Pandora\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greekmyths-greekmythology.com\/pandoras-box-myth\/\" title=\"Pandora's Box Greek Mythology story\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.greekmyths-greekmythology.com\/pandoras-box-myth\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCuriosity:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Let us face it, everyone has curiosity on some level.  It is, as the \u003cstrong\u003ePandora myth\u003c\/strong\u003e tells us, \u003cstrong\u003ea gift from the gods\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Or, specifically in the story:  the \u003cstrong\u003egod Hermes\u003c\/strong\u003e.  My thought was that Hermes, who also delivered Pandora to her new husband, \u003cstrong\u003eEpimetheus\u003c\/strong\u003e, was the natural choice to be depicted with Pandora in my painting.  I mean, he must be curious about what or when would happen what all the gods must have known WOULD happen.  Some say that the Pandora myth is an inspiration of the story of \u003cstrong\u003eEve\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Two women created by the gods [or a god] as a gift to a male figure, but who eventually are the cause of the pain in the world.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     I think I should call myself a \"reluctant feminist.\"  I do not like words such as \"blame\" or \"fault.\"  And I do not appreciate jokes or stories that are against an entire group of people.  Thus, I feel these old stories are often against women.  What purpose does that serve when each one of us is born of a woman and a man? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Yes, it is convenient to have many ancient stories throughout our many civilizations that explain something of our yin and yang reality, as well as more clearly depicting dynamics between different qualities in personalities.  However, the most appealing part to me of our myths, fables, and fairy tales are the contradicting parts in each story.  No one is all evil or all good.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Also, one finds that the heroine and hero of many a story is often set up by the gods, or an entity with a much greater ability.  This, in my mind, means the one with the greater responsibility.  It is the male god who gives Pandora the curiosity, knowing how she will give in to it at some point.  There would be no story if she resisted, right?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Finally, it is fairly well known, despite not being changed in the common language today, that \u003cstrong\u003ePandora's Box\u003c\/strong\u003e is actually a poor translation of \u003cstrong\u003ePandora's Jar\u003c\/strong\u003e.  That is, unless one appreciates the naughty meaning of the English word \"box,\" which is just mean to say that opening that box unleashing the evils in the world.  hahah.  I chose to depict the jar because the shape resembles more the male counterpart and have placed it accordingly in my composition.  So, I ask you, \"What was the newly realized Pandora really curious about?\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora09_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594589018\" alt=\"Designing the painting directly on canvas ~ The Curiosity of Pandora\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     In this image, I am laying in the tones, putting the brightest light on the object of curiosity.  Pandora is really the secondary point of interest.  [Yes, the canvas was later re-stretched.]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora10_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594589158\" alt=\"Painting in tones and deciding the Notan design and true subject Pandora's Jar\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     The eye goes first to the highest point of contrast.  Below, the jar is lit from within, while Hermes will be a dark silhouette against the jar.  Have you ever wondered why the myth says that all of the evils in the world were inside the jar and the only positive attribute included is \u003cstrong\u003eHope\u003c\/strong\u003e?  Why would the gods have chosen that? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     It is said that Zeus devised this whole scheme as revenge or a \"complimentary gift\" to the humans since Epimetheus' brother Prometheus stole fire from the gods to give to the human race.  Is it not interesting that Hope somehow managed to get trapped inside, before and after the opening of the jar?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora11_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594589343\" alt=\"Painting topic Greek Mythology inspires many thoughts about humanity\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Here I am designing the silver dress, a \u003cstrong\u003egift from Athena\u003c\/strong\u003e.  I did read that Pandora was given lots of jewelry, including necklaces and elaborate crowns (depending on whose interpretations of the myth one reads).  I liked her adorned, but I also like the idea of her being of the Earth.  Her beauty should not be missed because of too much bling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Below:  Making corrections in charcoal directly on the canvas of Pandora\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora12_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594589452\" alt=\"Making corrections in charcoal directly on the canvas of Pandora\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     So, this painting was started in 2014, just after I moved out of an expensive large apartment that a now ex-friend bailed on his rental agreement with me.  I moved temporarily into a small room in Firenze, Italia, vacated by a friend of mine.  I was lucky.  It was one of the larger rooms at The Salvation Army, with a balcony overlooking a small garden (instead of facing a loud street), and had a private bathroom in my room.  A shared kitchen was of little concern.  The harder part was moving all of my stuff into this space. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     My visa to stay in Italia was running out, so this room was perfect since I needed no contract.  It gave me the flexibility to look for a real home.  However, I moved to Croatia (\u003cem\u003eUmago, Istria\u003c\/em\u003e, to be exact) thanks to an artist friend I met at a stone carving symposium in Bulgaria.  Croatia was not part of Schengen, so I stayed 89 days, with a short trip to visit a cherished family I know in Serbia.  After my 90-day \"exile\" from Schengen Countries, I was able to re-enter Italia and stay another 90 days, but that time without a visa and as a tourist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     The timing was all perfect, after all.  I returned just in time to drop my suitcase back in this room in Firenze and continue on the train to Roma.  I took a 3-day workshop with \u003cstrong\u003eNathan Fowkes\u003c\/strong\u003e there.  I wanted to use my new Wacom computer that a very dear friend talked me into buying.  Well, I did not have an external keyboard for it and that seemed to throw Nathan a bit.  I did not know enough to know better. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     In any event, the main idea that I got from the workshop was to \u003cstrong\u003eadd a secondary light source to the cave scene\u003c\/strong\u003e, and in an opposing color to the orange-browns.  I found this interesting, but also in line with other recent explorations into similar colors, such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/collections\/oil-paintings\/products\/hope-lion\" title=\"Hope Lion Painting inspired by Madrid\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHope Lion painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e I did after a trip to Madrid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora13_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594589694\" alt=\"Learning to add a second light source and complimentary color scheme Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     Here you see that I am adding in some other story-telling details.  The \u003cstrong\u003esmall lyre\u003c\/strong\u003e was a gift from the gods to Pandora, as well.  And one of the symbols to identify Hermes is the \u003cem\u003ecaduceus\u003c\/em\u003e.  I sketch in charcoal since this painting is one of my longer projects and means that the oil paint in that section was very dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora14_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594589826\" alt=\"Adding some of Pandora's signs of the gods: a lyre and a caduceus\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     Below, in the little bathroom, I am again playing model and studying how a firelight would fall on the face of my Pandora.  Sometimes I wish that I had three hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora15_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594589932\" alt=\"Artist as Model in Candlelight  Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Now, I have moved the painting outside onto my balcony.  I need to get back from it to make better decisions.  There is a room next to mine and that occupant Grazia shares the very long balcony.  Walking this length, I need not take the painting downstairs to examine my progress.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora16_OilPaintingWIP.jpg?v=1594590027\" alt=\"Curiosity of Pandora painting is best judged from a distance on studio balcony\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     The above image was taken in the spring of 2015 in Firenze, Italia [Florence, Italy].  In May 2015, I moved all of my things into storage, returning to Italy with a new visa that October, and finding a home in the hills of Valleriana in Tuscany by December. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Sadly, I had a lot of transitioning to do.  Pandora sat untouched for several years.  I found her a bit intimidating and knew that I would come back to her once I had some missing pieces found.  My inspiration happened while my brother Steve and I were traveling around Spain while his daughter enjoyed a two-week university class in Madrid.  These next images are from \u003cstrong\u003eIsla, in the north of Spain\u003c\/strong\u003e.  When I saw these rocks, I immediately thought of Pandora!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora17_OilPaintingWIP-IslaSpain.jpg?v=1594590224\" alt=\"Isla Spain gave the final model of rugged rocks for The Curiosity of Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora18_OilPaintingWIP-IslaSpain.jpg?v=1594590296\" alt=\"Isla Spain gave the final model of rugged rocks for The Curiosity of Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora19_OilPaintingWIP-IslaSpain.jpg?v=1594590327\" alt=\"Isla Spain gave the final model of rugged rocks for The Curiosity of Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora20_OilPaintingWIP-IslaSpain.jpg?v=1594590379\" alt=\"Isla Spain gave the final model of rugged rocks for The Curiosity of Pandora Painting\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I am happy to present this multi-figure composition to you.  Oh, and what is really nice about the silver dress:  depending on your position of viewing and the lights, the dress may look opaque or transparent.  How cool is that?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/the-Curiosity-of-Pandora21_OilPainting.jpg?v=1594590442\" alt=\"The Curiosity of Pandora Large Oil Painting with God Hermes And Penis Jar\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Curiosity of Pandora\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e120 x 100 cm (43 x 39 inches)\u003cbr\u003eoil paint on linen by Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Kelly Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34558698750101,"sku":"Pandora Oil Painting Framed","price":6200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Saatchi_TheCuriosityOfPandora_120x100cm43x39in_OilOnLinen_191028_N066.jpg?v=1594587140"},{"product_id":"the-gift-man-genie-holding-out-hands-to-give-smoke-capoeira-movement-drawing","title":"Il Dono The Gift Man Genie Holding out Hands Drawing","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel and Charcoal on Brown Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 in. x 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed with mat and glass\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIl Dono\u003c\/em\u003e [Italian for 'The Gift']\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     A man with fun dreadlocks hair pushes his hands out to the viewer (a movement of the \u003cem\u003eCapoeira\u003c\/em\u003e of Brazil) in a gesture of offering.  \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIl Dono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Italian phrase for \"The Gift,\" but not just any gift.  It means more like a donation of the heart, a gift given freely and dearly.  The figure's body disappears into smoke at the waist.  The smoke swirls around him, perhaps as a genie or maybe to suggest that if you do not accept this gesture of kindness, it will disappear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIl Dono\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a charcoal and pastel figure drawing on light brown Roma-brand paper.  The original art is framed with a white mat and ribbed black frame.  The art will ship from Norfolk, Virginia, and make a beautiful addition to your art collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrints are available in a variety of sizes. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio about Il Dono Gift art\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust ask!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    This charcoal and pastel drawing depicts a male figure amidst a smoky background making an offer to you with his hands.  In the Italian language there are (at least) two words for the English word \"gift.\"  The original title for this artwork was \"\u003cem\u003eIl Regalo\u003c\/em\u003e.\"  \u003cem\u003eRegalo\u003c\/em\u003e is the word most often used when describing giving a birthday present or other gift. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     But shortly after the art was completed, I was visiting the studio of an Italian artist named Samuele Vanni and saw a newspaper clipping with the words \"\u003cem\u003eIl Dono\u003c\/em\u003e\" in the headline.  Samuele explained that \u003cem\u003edono\u003c\/em\u003e was a special type of gift, given from the heart and typically without a specific occasion, but (as in the case of this example) it is a gift that makes a big difference in the life of another.  It is a gift born of love, not of \"obligation\" (as a birthday gift might be . . . meaning an occasion).  This difference was key to the idea of this artwork and thus, the title was changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_IlDono-TheGiftWithModelRasVida_Firenze090416-44.jpg?v=1605919983\" alt=\"model Ras Vida with art charcoal and pastel Il Dono The Gift\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_IlDono-TheGiftWithModelRasVida_Firenze090416-44.jpg?v=1605919983\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    I first met Vida, the model for this drawing, in Florence, Italy, during an art reception in the stables of a wealthy family in the Renaissance City.  As it turned out, he was a friend of a friend and we were introduced and had a wonderful time getting to know one another.  I liked his boyish energy and since I discovered he was already an artist's model, I asked if he would work with me.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Vida is from Brazil and practices traditional \u003cem\u003ecapoeira\u003c\/em\u003e, a type of dance (usually with another) that looks like a combination of dance, tai chi, and sometimes martial arts, or hunting.  He says that the more modern version includes acrobatics as a crowd thriller. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     So when he arrived where I was living in Florence, we went into the garden and I asked him to do some movements of the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecapoeira\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to give me some ideas.  As he did this graceful movement raising himself up by straightening his legs as his arms came together to cup his hands before reaching out towards me, I asked him to freeze that pose.  And the work you see here began . . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_il-dono-italian-for-the-gift_PastelCharcoalDrawing5.jpg?v=1594765010\" alt=\"Il Dono was the poster art Florence, Italy, in April 2009 Solo Art exhibit Kelly Borsheim:   Luce dall'oscurità\"\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e     Il Dono\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e was the poster art for my first solo exhibition in Florence, Italy, in April 2009.  The exhibit was titled  Kelly Borsheim:  \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuce dall'oscurità\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and you may see it online by clicking on the name.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThank you for your interest!\u003cbr\u003eKelly \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Payment plans are accepted on all of my works, no finance charge.  You set the date and the amount that you would like to pay each month.  One-third of the price [regardless of when that balance is reached] becomes the non-refundable deposit.  [However, in the event that you change your mind or situation, this deposit may be applied towards any other available Borsheim Artwork.]  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e     Il Dono\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is framed with a classic black frame, white acid-free mat, and glass (all included in the price).  Ships from Norfolk, Virginia.  Please contact me if this original charcoal and pastel drawing interests you.  Prints are also available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     If you would like this image of \u003cem\u003eIl Dono\u003c\/em\u003e as a reproduction [on paper, on wood, on metal, framed, unframed, on other products such as a phone case, pillows, shower curtain, towels, etc.,] please order here:\u003cbr\u003e     \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fineartamerica.com\/featured\/il-dono-the-gift-kelly-borsheim.html\" title=\"Il Dono Art on other products\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efineartamerica.com\/profiles\/1-kelly-borsheim.html\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34638932410517,"sku":"Dono Gift Pastel Charcoal 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and charcoal drawing by Kelly Borsheim. The artist has spent many winters in Europe and has been charmed by the European celebrations of the seasons. Enjoy the layers of colors in the pure pigments that are pastel . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Kelly first started working with the medium of pastel when she became a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Book My Life as a Street Painter in Florence Italy\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/products\/book-my-life-as-a-street-painter-in-florence-italy\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cem\u003emadonnara\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (street painter)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Florence, Italy in September 2007. Knowing that the art would not last more than a day, she had the freedom to explore layering of colors in a way that might not have happened otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e     Inverno\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is framed with a double mat [the inner is a thin purple inner], glass, and a subtly striped black frame.  This pastel portrait painting was part of the exhibit \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLuce dall'oscurità\u003c\/em\u003e (Light from Darkness)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Florence, Italy, 2009\u003cem\u003e.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34638990246037,"sku":"Winter Pastel Framed Original","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/4Nitram_BorsheimKelly-Inverno_PastelCharcoal_IMG_3331.jpg?v=1594971753"},{"product_id":"encounter-manta-ray-sculpture-black-and-white-stone-astra-star-marble","title":"Encounter Manta Ray Sculpture Black and White Stone Astra Star Marble","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEncounter \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e ~ A Marble Composition inspired by Manta Rays\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEncounter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite and Black Marble (Canada)\u003cbr\u003eone-of-a-kind\u003cbr\u003e17\" h x 19\" w x 8\" d\u003cbr\u003e© 2007 Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     When you have a stone with a very strong personality, the artist must create a simple design to show off that quality in the rock.  This Canadian marble is full of white starburst shapes in an otherwise dark grey and black stone.   There are parts that remind me of rivers running through land, as photographed by satellite above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e     There are crystals in the marble that are really lovely.  So, I went back to my inspiration of the sea to create a dance of sorts, inspired by the \u003cstrong\u003egraceful manta rays\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Note the shadows that \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEncounter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e casts as the light passes over and through this stone carving.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e     \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEncounter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e has been sealed, like all of my other stones, and is a hard marble. It should be fine to display either indoors or out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e     Shipping from Norfolk, Virginia, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEncounter, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eas with all of my artworks, can be purchased with my LawAway payment plan, no finance charge.  You set the date and the amount that you would like to pay each month.  One-third of the price [regardless of when that balance is reached] becomes the non-refundable deposit.  [However, in the event that you change your mind or situation, this deposit may be applied towards any other available Borsheim Artwork.]  However, I am happy to accept immediate payment in full and ship this one-of-a-kind marble carving to the address of your choice so that you or your loved one may enjoy her sooner than later.   Please contact me if this one-of-a-kind marble sculpture interests you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003eThanks so much,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003eKelly Borsheim, sculptor\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003eManta Rays (\"Encounter\") ~ Contemporary Stone Sculpture:  Close-up of the Crystals in the Marble\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_Encounter_47_detailStoneMarbleCrystals.jpg?v=1594196703\" alt=\"Crystal Details Encounter Manta Ray Sculpture Black and White Stone Astra Star Marble\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_Encounter_50_detail_MarbleStarPatterns.jpg?v=1594196732\" alt=\"Crystal Details Encounter Manta Ray Sculpture Black and White Stone Astra Star Marble\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_EncounterWIP_MantaRay_070905_10_detail_StoneMarbleCrystal.jpg?v=1594196839\" alt=\"Crystal Details Encounter Manta Ray Sculpture Black and White Stone Astra Star Marble\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_EncounterWIP_MantaRay_070905_15_detail_StoneMarbleCrystal.jpg?v=1594196949\" alt=\"Crystal Details Encounter Manta Ray Sculpture Black and White Stone Astra Star Marble\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n\u003ch2\u003eCarving the Original Marble Sculpture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 May 2007:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can see the chisel marks here, as well as my crayon drawings on the marble. Also, some of the beautiful crystals in the stone are already making themselves known in this dusty light. Let the fun begin!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_EncounterWIP_MantaRay_StoneCarving_wip070512_5.jpg?v=1594196988\" alt=\"Carving in Progress Marks on Stone Encounter Manta Ray Sculpture Marble\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faso-user-p\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"faso-workszoom-link-contact faso-art-inquire-link\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34707166593173,"sku":"Encounter Marble","price":2800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Shopify_BorsheimC_Encounter_CanadianAstraMarble_17x19x8_1.jpg?v=1594195904"},{"product_id":"sold-pelican-lips-marble-sculpture-like-petrified-wood","title":"z SOLD ~ Pelican Lips Marble Sculpture like Petrified Wood","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone ~Canadian Marble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12.5 in. x 22 in x 6.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold, Private Collection, Little Rock, Arkansas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePelican Lips\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown Fleuri Marble (Canada)\u003cbr\u003eone-of-a-kind\u003cbr\u003e12.5\" h x 22\" w x 6.5\" d\u003cbr\u003e© 2006 Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    At the time I began to conceive of the concept for \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePelican Lips\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, I had already realized several compositions in my \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLips Series\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. I had started to see all sorts of shapes in human lips, most often birds. When I examined this hard brown marble I had bought from a Canadian quarry and saw the patterns and color in the stone, brown pelicans naturally came to mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    This marble was created in very obvious layers, and in some ways carving was similar to that of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/collections\/stone-sculpture\/products\/fish-lips-aquatic-sculpture-in-green-canadian-marble\" title=\"Fish Lips Stone Sculpture Marble\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFish Lips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e without the zigzags. I knew that if I carved in at 90 degrees to the mostly parallel lines, I would see all kinds of wild patterns, so that is what I did. A lot of people who have seen this work have commented that this marble looks a lot like petrified wood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePelican Lips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e has been sealed, like all of my other stones, and is a very hard marble. It should be fine to display either indoors or out.  And it won \u003cstrong\u003eBEST of SHOW award at the Sculpture at the River Market in Little Rock, Arkansas\u003c\/strong\u003e, USA, in May 2019.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_PelicanLipsMarbleSculptureArtShowLittleRock20190503_205353.jpg?v=1594213742\" alt=\"Art Exhibit Sculpture at the River Market Pelican Lips Little Rock Arkansas\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_PelicanLipsMarbleSculptureArtBestOfShowLittleRock20190504_003307.jpg?v=1594214548\" alt=\"Best of Show Award Art Exhibit Sculpture at the River Market Pelican Lips Little Rock Arkansas\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCarving Pelican Lips - Contemporary Stone Sculpture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11 March 2006: \u003c\/strong\u003e I had already cut into the stone before I remembered to take the \"before\" shots. This stone weighed 159 pounds when we started. She is a very hard marble from Canada.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_PelicanLips_CanadianBrownFleuriMarble_wip060311e2.jpg?v=1594214832\" alt=\"Carving Pelican Lips - Contemporary Stone Sculpture Marble from Canada\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11 March 2006:\u003c\/strong\u003e  No stone carver I have ever seen uses these to split stone.  I think they are bricklayers' tools.  However, I had access to them when I needed something and they were cheap.  So far, I have managed just fine.  Because I was going \"against the grain\" on a very decidedly layered stone,  I scored the marble on all sides before trying to split it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_PelicanLips_CanadianBrownFleuriMarble_wip060311k2.jpg?v=1594214996\" alt=\"Carving Pelican Lips - Contemporary Stone Sculpture Splitting Marble\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 April 2006:\u003c\/strong\u003e  After some guests left, I returned to my stone around dusk to sketch what I would carve away at my next opportunity.  Unfortunately, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePelican Lips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e was one of those works that I had to keep setting aside (too many times) in order to take care of other deadlines and projects.  I worked on sanding this marble in Indianapolis; Chicago \u0026amp; Decatur, Illinois; Hickory, North Carolina; Summerville, South Carolina; Florida, and I finally finished her in my home studio in Texas on 3 August 2006.  She now weighs 70.25 pounds and she's glorious!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_PelicanLips_CanadianBrownFleuriMarble_wip060401l2.jpg?v=1594215105\" alt=\"Carving Pelican Lips - Contemporary Stone Sculpture Drawing on Marble\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34707678199957,"sku":"Pelican Lips Marble","price":2800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/BorsheimKelly_PelicanLips_041_CanadianMarble13x22x7in.jpg?v=1594212451"},{"product_id":"back-to-nature-must-get-dazed-man-escaping-technology","title":"Back to Nature (Must Get) Dazed Man Escaping Technology","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-1-1 text-center\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"work-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faso-workszoom-data-medium\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMixed media (oil, then later acrylic, painting), one-of-a-kind artwork\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faso-workszoom-data-size\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e21\" x 16.5 inches, canvas size\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faso-workszoom-data-availibility\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAvailable, Framed and ready to hang\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faso-workszoom-data-availibility\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCollaboration between artists Jean-Antoine Norbert (the portrait) and Kelly Borsheim (the computer parts, hummingbirds, and butterflies)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e(Must Get) Back to Nature\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     A dazed man dreams of escaping technology (represented by a UPC code and a circuit board with wires twirling up past his head) to fly with hummingbirds and butterflies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Great office decor, whether at home or in a larger business location, to remind those working on a computer, for example, to take a break now and again to recharge one's batteries and find some balance for body and mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Must Get) Back to Nature\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e was a collaboration of sorts.  My painter friend \u003cstrong\u003eJean-Antoine Norbert\u003c\/strong\u003e left with me his experimental oil portrait of a dark-haired man with bright red background after he left Florence, Italy, for an artist's life in New York City in 2014.  Three years later I added acrylic hummingbirds, butterflies, and some symbols of early technology around the head of the man.  He seemed lost in thought to me, which gave me the idea of someone losing his way and recognizing it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The size is 21 x 16.5 inches and the work has a dark frame around it.  The mixed-media framed painting will ship from Norfolk, Virginia, USA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact the Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34719408947349,"sku":"Back to Nature Acrylic- orig framed","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Shopify_BacktoNature_MixedMediaPainting-J-ANorbert-KBorsheim_170315_SRX005_21x16-5in.jpg?v=1607967983"},{"product_id":"buskers-street-performers-art-prints-florence-italy","title":"Buskers Street Performers Art Prints Florence Italy","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuskers in Firenze PRINT\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     As a \u003ca title=\"Book:  My Life as a Street Painter in Florence, Italy\" href=\"https:\/\/smile.amazon.com\/Life-Street-Painter-Florence-Italy\/dp\/1463774702\/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?_encoding=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=\u0026amp;sr=\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estreet painter in Florence, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, (Firenze, Italia) I have gotten to know a couple of the \u003cstrong\u003ebuskers (street performers)\u003c\/strong\u003e that work not far from where I re-create masterpieces of Italian art in the street. This painting is of Francis (the French mime) and Mimito (the Italian ... \u003cstrong\u003eMan of the Wind\u003c\/strong\u003e). I must say that these street performers make perfect models, holding still for longer than most tourists even see.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    I created this figurative oil painting in January 2011 for the \u003cstrong\u003eSalon International Oil Painting Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e 2011 hosted by the \u003cstrong\u003eGreenhouse Gallery of Fine Art in San Antonio, Texas.\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cem\u003eBuskers in Firenze\u003c\/em\u003e was chosen to be among the 430 paintings from thousands of entries worldwide to be in the Salon exhibition in April 2011. When I arrived on opening night, I was elated to see that the judge Daniel E. Greene had awarded this paintings of my European performer friends an Honorable Mention award!\u003cbr\u003e    ~ Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePRINTS ON PAPER, METAL, or other:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is a \u003cstrong\u003eprint\u003c\/strong\u003e of the \u003ca title=\"the original oil painting, , Buskers in Firenze, on thick maple wood panel is available here.\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/buskers-in-firenze-mimes-performing-street-artists-florence-italy-painting\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoriginal oil painting \u003cem\u003eBuskers in Firenze\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. The image area is as listed and the beige\/creme border is around the image with a white border around that, making the print a wee bit larger. You may use the creme border like an inner mat or crop it out entirely, as you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Also, if you would like a smaller size print, let me know and I will list those as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Each \u003cstrong\u003efine art reproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e is printed on quality fine art paper or metal (see below). And remember that shipping is FREE on all orders over $35 US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(The word \"Print\" and any text in these promotional images other than my signature will not appear on the image.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e      I recommend framing paper prints behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and DO protect from humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity without rippling. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting on metal (aluminum in this case)\u003c\/strong\u003e saves you from having to frame at all, or if you choose a frame, you need not add glass, as you would for a print on paper. \u003cbr\u003eThis increases your viewing pleasure with much less reflection, as much easier maintenance (humidity is not a problem, so this is a great option for putting art into your bathroom).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:  Prints on metal WILL NOT HAVE the cream border.\u003c\/strong\u003e  The image will only be the painting itself, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBuskers in Firenze\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     These are fine art prints on METAL. The corners are slightly rounded. Hanging hardware is included, the type is appropriate for the size you order (see images here).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u0026amp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     If you prefer prints on paper or any other product, such as prints on wood panels, pouches, blankets, pillows, phone case, or even if you would just prefer that I frame \"Buskers In Firenze\" for you, please message me. I will create a custom listing for you at the quote we work out between us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Also, if you like this image, you may be interested in another print of a Florence, Italy-based Mime applying his face make-up. Check it out here:  \u003ca title=\"Prints of Mimes Florence Italy from BorsheimArts\" href=\"Also,%20if%20you%20like%20this%20image,%20you%20may%20be%20interested%20in%20another%20print%20of%20a%20Florence,%20Italy-based%20Mime%20applying%20his%20face%20make-up.%20Check%20it%20out%20here:%20%20https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/794751623\/mime-fine-art-print-florence-italy%20\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/borsheimarts\/listing\/794751623\/mime-fine-art-print-florence-italy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you and enjoy the art in your home or office,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Home Page Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/BorsheimArts.com\"\u003eBorsheimArts.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Paper 10 x 7 inches","offer_id":43154003263637,"sku":"","price":35.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Paper 12 x 9 inches","offer_id":43154003296405,"sku":"","price":42.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Paper 16 x 12 inches","offer_id":43154003329173,"sku":"","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Paper 22 x 16 inches","offer_id":43154003361941,"sku":"","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Paper  x 18 inches24","offer_id":43154003394709,"sku":"","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metal 12 x 9 inches","offer_id":43151821602965,"sku":"Buskers PRINT","price":100.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Metal 16 x 12 inches","offer_id":43154003230869,"sku":"","price":140.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2364049738_18cx.jpg?v=1594628705"},{"product_id":"pensive-in-bologna-lone-sitting-man-portico-porch-covered-walkway-thinker-isolated-italian-architecture-original-art-pastel-charcoal","title":"Pensive in Bologna Sitting Alone Thinker Italian Architecture Italy","description":"\u003c!-- Google tag (gtag.js) --\u003e\n\u003cscript async src=\"https:\/\/www.googletagmanager.com\/gtag\/js?id=GT-5R6NX7ZW\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n  window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];\n  function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}\n  gtag('js', new Date());\n\n  gtag('config', 'GT-5R6NX7ZW');\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel and Charcoal on Wallace Professional Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23 x 17 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed with non-glare Museum Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePensive in Bologna\u003c\/em\u003e ~ Original Charcoal and Pastel Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Since I was a small child, I have had a habit of sitting and thinking.  (Or maybe as the joke goes, “Sometimes I sit and think; sometimes I just sit.”)  I like to watch people move. I like to watch how their bodies express their true emotions. I enjoy imagining the lives of others I see, but do not know. It intrigues me how people’s lives touch one another, no matter how briefly or seemingly insignificant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    The above pastel painting \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePensive in Bologna\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e was inspired by my first trip to Bologna, Italy, back in 2004. I went to Bologna after receiving many recommendations from travelers along my route. They all described Bologna as having “good energy.” It is a university town and the youth and inquiring minds do bring a certain something to the city that felt different than other places in Italy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    And then I saw this lone man, a grown man, gathering his legs in his arms as he sat in a sculpted doorway under a \u003cem\u003eportico\u003c\/em\u003e, the covered walkways for which Bologna is well-known.  The Italian architecture is subtly and stately.  I have not forgotten him. And I sometimes catch myself wondering what his name is and what his life is like.  And what was he thinking about as he watched his city in movement?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    This painting was created with pastels and charcoal on Wallis Professional dark tan paper. It is a thick strong paper and offers a subtle texture to the art. The mid-tone brown you see between colors is the natural paper peeking through to lovely effect.  Like all of my pastel and charcoal artworks, this one has been treated with a fixative spray and will ship safely to your home or office.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Pensive in Bologna is matted and framed in a classic, elegant way.  The glass is non-reflective Museum Glass (a trademarked brand name).  Allow the quiet pensive attitude in this artwork help you think and give you calm and peace.  It would look great in an office or study, especially.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Ask about the Layaway Plan if you love this work.  No finance charge; you choose the day and the amount you want to pay each month.  One third of the purchase price is non-refundable, but in the event that you change your mind, you may apply your balance towards any other Borsheim artwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778434830485,"sku":"Pensive in Bologna - Pastel orig","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2212778569_gvag.jpg?v=1595069354"},{"product_id":"digital-download-peacock-painting-fine-art-you-print","title":"Digital Download Peacock Painting Fine Art YOU PRINT","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen I saw this gorgeous peacock walking in front of some bright yellow autumn leaves, I knew that I wanted to paint him! This beautiful, colorful bird is a bit of an icon and reminds us of the creativity of beauty in Nature. The blues, greens, and yellows are wonderful together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder this image here and I will send you the digital files as soon as possible, usually within hours.  Or order on Etsy to receive the files immediately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"digital images of Peacock Painting\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/793551948\/peacock-painting-fine-art-digital\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/793551948\/peacock-painting-fine-art-digital\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Once you download these images, you may print any size you prefer, frame to your taste, and hang. So easy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Downloads:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive FIVE files of \"Peacock Study,\" ALL are 300 ppi and .PDF files, ready to print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1) 20 x 14 inches\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2) 16 x 12 inches\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3) 12 x 8 inches\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4) 10 x 8 inches\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5) 7 x 5 inches \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I recommend going to your local print shop and print this image out on a nice thick paper, preferably watercolor paper to mimic the texture of the original painting. You may also try online services such as snapfish.com [printing photographs and ships to you, however, in that case, I recommend choosing a matt finish, not glossy]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor framing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Paper prints should be either press-mounted to an acid-free support, such as foam core, or hung on the base support ONLY by the top. If the paper falls freely, it may adjust better to changing humidity conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     A mat give a classical look. I recommend that the mat be slightly less space at the top. Often if the mat is the same width top and bottom, the art tends to look low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Then a simple black or dark brown frame (depending on color of drawing) will finish the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eYou are purchasing a digital file only. \u003cstrong\u003eNO PRINTED MATERIALS OR FRAME ARE INCLUDED!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This product may only be used for personal use by you or for your business to display. You may not share this file with others, or re-sell it. How You will receive your files: This item is an Digital Download. [no waiting on shipping a physical product] Upon completed payment, Borsheim Arts Studio will use wetransfer.com to send the digital files to the e-mail you supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e TERMS OF USE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Unlimited amount of copies can be made\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Only For Personal Use All rights to this product remain the property of Kelly Borsheim, Borsheim Arts Studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile all digital sales are final, and returns or refunds are not allowed after purchase, I am ALWAYS available should you have any questions or concerns. e-mail: sculptor [] @ borsheimarts.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease keep in mind that computers and printers may show colors differently and I cannot guarantee color matching. 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You can print at home, at your local print shop, or upload the files to an online printing service and have your prints delivered to your door!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in the original oil painting?  Click here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Original painting Peacock Study\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/oil-paintings\/products\/peacock-original-painting\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/oil-paintings\/products\/peacock-original-painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact Borsheim Arts Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778435518613,"sku":"Peacock - Digital Download","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2352358801_ie10.jpg?v=1592580526"},{"product_id":"digital-download-girl-with-onion-after-john-singer-sargent","title":"Digital Download Girl with Onion After John Singer Sargent","description":"\u003cp\u003e    \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGirl with Onions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a copy of a John Singer Sargent painting, a beautiful portrait of a young woman in peasant dress. She seems to be just turning to smile at someone while not yet having looked up to meet the other's eyes. She has a large crop of dark hair that falls in tendrils around her face. Romantic art is uplifting without being cheesy. Enjoy printing this out and brightening your space with the lovely girl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is a copy of a famous artist's work. The signature in the first file is mine, Kelly Borsheim. AFTER Sargent, means that John Singer Sargent created the original composition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive THREE files of \"Girl with Onions-After John Singer Sargent\" ALL are 300 ppi and .PDF files, ready to print\u003cbr\u003e1) 16 x 9 inches at 300 dpi, full drawing only, rough edges, includes signature\u003cbr\u003e2) 12 x 6 inches at 300 dpi, cropped drawing (no rough edges)\u003cbr\u003e3) 12 x 6 in. drawing size, with TEAL-GREY border and offset WHITE mat to 11 x 14 standard frame size USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder this image here and I will send you the digital files as soon as possible, usually within hours.  Or order on Etsy to receive the files immediately:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"digital download instant art of pastel painting girl with onions after Sargent by Kelly Borsheim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/952578092\/pastel-painting-of-woman-after-john\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/952578092\/pastel-painting-of-woman-after-john\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/952578092\/pastel-painting-of-woman-after-john\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     I recommend going to your local print shop and print this image out on a nice thick paper, preferably watercolor paper to mimic the texture of the original painting. You may also try online services such as snapfish.com [printing photographs and ships to you, however, in that case, I recommend choosing a matt finish, not glossy]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor framing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     Paper prints should be either press-mounted to an acid-free support, such as foam core, or hung on the base support ONLY by the top. If the paper falls freely, it may adjust better to changing humidity conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     A mat give a classical look. I recommend that the mat be slightly less space at the top. Often if the mat is the same width top and bottom, the art tends to look low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     Then a simple black or dark brown frame (depending on color of drawing) will finish the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePLEASE NOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eYou are purchasing a digital file only. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNO PRINTED MATERIALS OR FRAME ARE INCLUDED!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     This product may only be used for personal use by you or for your business to display. You may not share this file with others, or re-sell it. How You will receive your files: This item is an Digital Download. [no waiting on shipping a physical product] Upon completed payment, Borsheim Arts Studio will use wetransfer.com to send the digital files to the e-mail you supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e TERMS OF USE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* Unlimited amount of copies can be made\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* Only For Personal Use All rights to this product remain the property of Kelly Borsheim, Borsheim Arts Studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile all digital sales are final, and returns or refunds are not allowed after purchase, I am ALWAYS available should you have any questions or concerns. e-mail: sculptor [] @ borsheimarts.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease keep in mind that computers and printers may show colors differently and I cannot guarantee color matching. SEE MY GROWING COLLECTION online either on this site or Etsy, including prints made by me and original art, here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/borsheimarts\" title=\"fine art prints and digital downloads for BorsheimArts\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/borsheimarts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd thank you so much! Enjoy your art,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKelly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eP.S. Printable art is an easy and affordable way to glam up your home or office. You can print at home, at your local print shop, or upload the files to an online printing service and have your prints delivered to your door!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInterested in the original oil painting?  Click here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/pastels\/products\/girl-with-onions-pastel-painting-after-sargent\" title=\"Girl with Onions after John Singer Sargent, original framed pastel art with glass\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/pastels\/products\/girl-with-onions-pastel-painting-after-sargent\"\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/pastels\/products\/girl-with-onions-pastel-painting-after-sargent\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContact Borsheim Arts Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778435682453,"sku":"Girl With Onion-Digital Download","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2284334508_gj7w.jpg?v=1613826830"},{"product_id":"digital-download-grey-the-mime-florence-italy","title":"Digital Download gReY the Mime Florence Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003e     This colorful pastel artwork will liven up any space and is sure to become a conversation starter. I created this pastel painting of my friend,\u003cstrong\u003e gReY the mime\u003c\/strong\u003e, aka Luigi, who is quite famous for his shows in front of the famous Uffizi Galleries in Florence, Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Here he is shown in one of his more colorful outfits as he sits on the stairs on the side of the \u003cem\u003eLoggia dei Lanzi\u003c\/em\u003e to apply his white mime face. Soon, it will be \"Showtime!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is an \u003cstrong\u003edigital download\u003c\/strong\u003e. You will receive FOUR files of \"\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eil mimo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\" all .PDF and ready to print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1) 14 x 11 inches at 220 ppi, art only [to fit standard frame size]\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2) 14 x 11 in. drawing size, with OFFSET BORDER, 19 x 15 in. at 220 ppi\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3) 16 x 12 inches at 200 ppi, art only\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4) 16 x 12 in. drawing size, with EQUAL BORDER, 20 x 16 in. at 220 ppi [to fit standard frame size] \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     Order this image here and I will send you the digital files as soon as possible to your e-mail address, usually within hours.  Or order on Etsy to receive the files immediately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/794751623\/mime-fine-art-print-florence-italy\" title=\"gReY the Mime puts on his mask Digital Download from original pastel art\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/794751623\/mime-fine-art-print-florence-italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     This \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edigital download\u003c\/strong\u003e needs no shipping and you will receive your files instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     [The original drawing has been sold, but there are images of how it was framed using non-reflective Museum Glass, with spacers to avoid the use of a mat.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     I recommend going to your local print shop and print this image out on a nice thick paper, preferably watercolor paper to mimic the texture of the original paper of the life drawing. You may also try online services such as snapfish.com [printing photographs and ships to you, however, in that case, I recommend choosing a matt finish, not glossy]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFraming Tips:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     Paper prints should be either press-mounted to an acid-free support, such as foam core, or hung on the base support ONLY by the top. If the paper falls freely, it may adjust better to changing humidity conditions. A mat give a classical look. I recommend that the mat be slightly less space at the top. Often if the mat is the same width top and bottom, the art tends to look low. Then a simple black or dark brown frame (depending on color of drawing) will finish the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePLEASE NOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eYou are purchasing a digital file only. NO PRINTED MATERIALS OR FRAME ARE INCLUDED!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     This product may only be used for personal use by you or for your business to display. You may not share this file with others, or re-sell it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow You will receive your files: This item is an Instant Download. [no waiting on shipping a physical product] Upon completed payment you will receive an email with a link to your product downloads. You may also access your downloads, at any time, by viewing your Etsy Purchases page. Etsy's page to explain how digital downloads (aka printable art) works: https:\/\/help.etsy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115013328108 TERMS OF USE: * Unlimited amount of prints may be made * but Only For Personal Use All rights to this product remain the property of Kelly Borsheim, Borsheim Arts Studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    Thank you for your purchase! I hope it gives you everything you wanted. While all digital sales are final, and returns or refunds are not allowed after purchase, I am ALWAYS available should you have any questions or concerns. e-mail: sculptor   @ borsheimarts.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e     Please keep in mind that computers and printers may show colors differently and I cannot guarantee color matching. SEE the online COLLECTION, including prints made by me and original art, here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Etsy digital downloads from BorsheimArtsStudio\" href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/BorsheimArtsStudio\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/BorsheimArtsStudio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/BorsheimArtsStudio \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAnd thank you so much! Enjoy your art,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKelly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eP.S. Printable art is an easy and affordable way to glam up your home or office. You can print at home, at your local print shop, or upload the files to an online printing service and have your prints delivered to your door! \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContact Borsheim Arts Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eIl Mimo - Firenze, Italia\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e - Original Pastel Painting\u003cbr\u003ePastel on Panel 16 in. x 12 in. Sold \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e    Artist Kelly Borsheim became fascinated with the street performers of Florence, Italy, and their public transformation. This pastel painting depicts a lone mime, gReY, applying his makeup and preparing for his next performance. \u003cbr\u003e    Although she first saw gReY - il mimo (gReY - the mime) in 2004, she later met him at a private party in Florence, and they became friends. gReY often performs near the famous Uffizi Gallery and the \u003cem\u003eLoggia dei Lanzi\u003c\/em\u003e near \u003cem\u003ePiazza della Signoria\u003c\/em\u003e in central Florence, where he was the day recorded in this drawing.  Normally, when he sits on the steps preparing to work, he is surrounded by an audience getting comfortable on the stone rows behind him, but Kelly rather liked the \"lone mime\" idea, as well as showing off more of the architecture in the Renaissance City. \u003cbr\u003e    The Franklin Barry Gallery in Indianapolis framed up this pastel artwork beautifully. They used a gorgeously subtle metallic finished frame with museum glass (dramatically reduces glare) and spacers between the artwork and the frame so that the pastel will never touch the glass, but remains protected.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     This pastel painting has sold, but reproductions may be available.  Please inquire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778436305045,"sku":"gReY Mime - Digital Download","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2307407207_5enh.jpg?v=1606422876"},{"product_id":"attitude-belly-dancer-fine-art-print","title":"Attitude Belly Dancer Fine Art Print","description":"\u003cp\u003e    \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttitude\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e portrays a belly dancer flipping one hand off to her left while she seems to be thinking of something other than being entertaining. Her body is emerging from the shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is a print of the original (sold) charcoal and pastel drawing on Roma-brand paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight: 18 Inches; Width: 12 Inches     \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    The image area is as listed and the white border is around the image, making the print a wee bit larger. Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality Italian paper. (The word \"Print\" will not appear on the image.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and protect from humidity.     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity. You make me happy when you honor me with your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly Borsheim, artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorsheimArts.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778437288085,"sku":"Attitude Print","price":84.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2224597208_1nk3.jpg?v=1592580579"},{"product_id":"another-world-morocco-passages-series","title":"Another World Morocco Passages Series PRINT","description":"\u003cp\u003e     In Marrakesh, a young boy finds himself alone in his curiosity about the artist; his friends have run on ahead. She is a lone woman wandering around his city. He shyly runs ahead of her, and then waits for her to catch up, acting as if he is absolutely unaware of her. \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePassages: Morocco ~ A Collection of Eleven Artworks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is a print of the original pastel drawing on rose-colored Roma-brand paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle:  Another World\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/pastels\/products\/another-world-marrakesh-morocco-exhibition-pastel-art\" title=\"Original pastel of Another World Morocco by Kelly Borsheim\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eanother listing for the original art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRINT sizes available (ask via the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Artist Kelly Borsheim\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e if you would like a different size):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16 x 22 inches or 21 x 29 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Notecard sets available upon request\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The image area is as listed and the white border is around the image, making the print a wee bit larger. Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality Italian paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(The word \"Print\" will not appear on the image.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and protect from humidity. The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorsheimArts.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"16 x 22","offer_id":34778438434965,"sku":"AnotherWorld16x22","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"21 x 29","offer_id":34778438467733,"sku":"AnotherWorld21x29","price":189.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2262851509_h0cm.jpg?v=1592580577"},{"product_id":"le-scale-dell-eros-the-stairs-of-love-blue-panther-fine-art-print","title":"Le Scale dell Eros The Stairs of Love Blue Panther Fine Art PRINT","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFINE ART PRINTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety of sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted on Fine Art Paper with borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnframed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLe Scale dell'Eros\u003c\/em\u003e [The Stairs of Love]\u003c\/strong\u003e depicts an inviting pretty woman with an advancing blue panther on a Tuscan flight of stairs. This original pastel and charcoal drawing is really about the laws of attraction and getting what one wants. In general the female energy lures to her what she wants, whereas the male energy goes after what he wants. Lure and hunter. Yin and Yang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The woman has \"panther blue\" in her dark hair to reference that she may be exhibiting the female lure, but she has also the panther in her. This is a print of the original pastel and charcoal drawing on Somerset paper. The image area is as listed and the white border is around the image, making the print a wee bit larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer original art, the pastel and charcoal original drawing is here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/le-scale-dell-eros-the-stairs-of-love-woman-blue-panther\" title=\"Buy original art of pastel and charcoal drawing of an alluring woman and a stalking blue panther by Kelly Borsheim\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/le-scale-dell-eros-the-stairs-of-love-woman-blue-panther\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality Italian paper. \u003cstrong\u003e(The word \"Print\" will not appear on the image.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and protect from humidity. The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Thank you for your interest, your sharing, and your buying my art!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly Borsheim, artist \u003ca title=\"Site for sculpture paintings drawings and more from artist Kelly Borsheim\" href=\"https:\/\/BorsheimArts.com\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorsheimArts.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"16 x 11","offer_id":34778438566037,"sku":"","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22 x 15.4","offer_id":34778438598805,"sku":"","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 x 21","offer_id":34778438631573,"sku":"","price":189.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2215169324_240q.jpg?v=1597240365"},{"product_id":"le-scale-dell-eros-the-stairs-of-love-woman-blue-panther","title":"Le Scale dell Eros The Stairs of Love Woman Blue Panther","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLe Scale dell'Eros [The Stairs of Love]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel on Somerset Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e28 x 19 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eready to hang, Framed in black and with Museum Glass [non-reflective]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, ships from Hickory, North Carolina USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e     Le Scale dell'Eros [The Stairs of Love]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e depicts an inviting woman with an advancing blue panther on a Tuscan flight of stairs. This original pastel and charcoal drawing is really about the laws of attraction and getting what one wants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     In general the female energy lures to her what she wants, whereas the male energy goes after what he wants. \u003cstrong\u003eLure and hunter. Yin and Yang.\u003c\/strong\u003e The woman has \"panther blue\" in her dark hair to reference that she may be exhibiting the female lure, but she has also the panther in her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Framed with a classic black frame, an acid-free mat, and Museum Glass [virtually no reflection]. Ships from Hickory, North Carolina, unless you care to pick her up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The second image here shows her in her actual frame.  The other images are mock-ups to show how the artwork might look in a variety of spaces.  You may also order prints in a range of sizes here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/le-scale-dell-eros-the-stairs-of-love-blue-panther-fine-art-print\" title=\"fine art prints of this original artwork woman and panther are here in a variety of sizes\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/le-scale-dell-eros-the-stairs-of-love-blue-panther-fine-art-print\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e              Although life is (and people are) more complicated than this (sometimes), in general the female energy lures to her what she wants, whereas the male energy is to actually go after what he wants.  These are very different and dynamic means to a similar end.  In each of us are these contrasting energies.  We each use different tactics at different times.  \"Stalker\" or \"Bait\", \"Danger\" or \"Fun\" . . . ah, labels and the human psyche!  Pick your poison.  The panther represents the male \"hunter\" energy.  The woman has \"panther blue\" in her dark hair to reference that she may be exhibiting the female lure, but she has also the panther in her.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     \u003cbr\u003e         My friend Ayala posed for me for this original artwork in the corridor of our flat in Florence, Italy, not far from Piazza Santo Spirito.  I added the blue panther later once I clarified the idea I wanted to express in this artwork. Her figure is in charcoal, although the red flower in her hair and the blue highlights and darks of her hair and leggings are pure pastel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The rest of the painting is a mixture of pastel and charcoal.  I did the drawing on Somerset paper.  I used this paper once before on a purely \u003ca title=\"Francesco Charcoal Drawing of Standing Nude Male Model\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/francesco-standing-male-nude-classic-style-drawing\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echarcoal drawing of a standing male figure, \u003cem\u003eFrancesco\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.  At that time, I found myself frustrated in not being able to add dark tones as easily as some other papers, but when I created this drawing of Ayala and the panther, I fell in love with the touchable-ness of the Somerset paper.  Maybe it was just a matter of experience or even materials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e         Although Ayala moved out of our flat (and we were only flatmates for one day -- her leaving after four years and my taking over the room of a dear friend) and soon I will, too, our other flatmate, Tomaso (a model and musician, as well as Fiorentino) actually named this artwork \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Le Scale dell'Eros\" (The Stairs of Love)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.  So, I have been enjoying the inspirations in Florence AND a little help from my friends!  I hope that you enjoy this artwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Thanks so much,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     \u003cbr\u003e    P.S.  Like all of my pastel and charcoal artworks, this one has been treated with a fixative spray and will ship safely to your home or office.  Framed with a classic black frame, a mat, and Museum Glass [virtually no reflection]. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact the Studio about this Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778438697109,"sku":"Blue Panther ~ Pastel original framed","price":2100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2262741649_sni7.jpg?v=1594760114"},{"product_id":"ponte-vecchio-florence-italy-print","title":"Ponte Vecchio Florence Italy","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eIl Ponte Vecchio ~ Florence, Italy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16 x 22 inch fine art print\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Florence, Italy, offers artists just about everything from great architecture, Tuscan hills, and people engaged in a variety of activities. This image shows a group of tourists ignoring the beggar woman Maria on the \u003cem\u003ePonte Vecchio \u003c\/em\u003e(old bridge), a famous landmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The bonus and, of course, the subject of this original charcoal drawing is still the light. This is a beautiful view of a silhouetted \u003cem\u003ePonte Vecchio\u003c\/em\u003e framing the next bridge upstream (the \u003cem\u003ePonte alle Grazie\u003c\/em\u003e) with some Tuscan hills in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Maria begs from tourists who seem oblivious to her. She is wearing burgundy. The rest of the image is black and white. I tend to be a fan of back-lighting, even if I am often blinded or even crying a bit as I draw. But seriously, what an effect the light has!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is a 16 x 22 inch print of the original charcoal drawing on Roma-brand paper. The image area is as listed and the white border is around the image, making the print a wee bit larger. Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality Italian paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(The word \"Print\" will not appear on the image.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer to buy the original charcoal with pastel drawing, please click here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/il-ponte-vecchio-florence-italy-original-charcoal-drawing-framed-people-bridge-borsheim-arts-studio\" title=\"Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy original charcoal with pastel drawing by Kelly Borsheim\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/il-ponte-vecchio-florence-italy-original-charcoal-drawing-framed-people-bridge-borsheim-arts-studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFraming Tips:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and protect from humidity. The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact artist Kelly Borsheim in her studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact Kelly at Borsheim Arts Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778438828181,"sku":"Ponte Vecchio ~ Print","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2213919508_5cgw.jpg?v=1598913286"},{"product_id":"il-ponte-vecchio-florence-italy-original-charcoal-drawing-framed-people-bridge-borsheim-arts-studio","title":"Il Ponte Vecchio Florence Italy","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal Drawing on Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17 x 23 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eIl Ponte Vecchio - Firenze, Italia\u003c\/em\u003e ~ Original Charcoal Drawing [Framed]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Florence, Italy, offers artists just about everything from great architecture, Tuscan hills, and people engaged in a variety of activities.  The bonus and, of course, the subject of this original charcoal drawing is still the light, and those long shadows. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     This is a beautiful view of a silhouetted \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePonte Vecchio\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e framing the next bridge upstream (the \u003cem\u003ePonte alle Grazie\u003c\/em\u003e) with some Tuscan hills in the background.  The reflections in the River Arno are quite peaceful and beautiful.  And \u003cstrong\u003eMaria the beggar woman\u003c\/strong\u003e who was almost a landmark herself while I lived in Firenze.  \u003cstrong\u003eHer figure is colored with pastel in a deep purple.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Florence has enough eye candy that she has been teaching me to just sit and watch in a way that I rarely have allowed myself to do since I was a child.  I like to walk around Florence at many different times of day.  One day I found myself sitting on the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePonte Vecchio\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Öld Bridge\" in Italian) behind the bust of Cellini.  I had time that day to stay a while and watch the lives of various figures intermingling on this famous bridge in the Renaissance City.     \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e         I tend to be a fan of back-lighting, even if I am often blinded or even crying a bit as I draw.  But seriously, what an effect the light has!  And I try to tackle some new challenge with each artwork that I create.  For example, this is the first drawing in which I have depicted a crowd of people.  I like all of the abstract patterns.  This drawing is completely in charcoal, except for black pastels to give me a darker tone than I can get with only charcoal.  And, the old woman standing alone, wanting the attention of the others, has been colored with pastels.  This may have been a subconscious flashback to my days in the image preservation field, in which I oil painted on photographs printed onto a fiber paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Charcoal drawing\u003c\/strong\u003e is something I thought I would never have the patience to do. However, I have come to love creating drawings in this medium. The touchable sensation, of depth, and the monochromatic quality brings calm and thoughtfulness. A resting place, if you will . . . less \"noise\" as color artworks have the potential to have. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e This original charcoal drawing, with a touch of pastels, shows something of the life in Florence, Italy. The beggar wears the only color in the drawing, a burgundy in pastels, but you see Maria distant from the throng of tourists on the famous old bridge. I love the view from the 'Ponte Vecchio' because it contrasts the architecture of the Italian city with the distant greenery and park areas around 'Piazzale Michelangelo.' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/il-ponte-vecchio-florence-italy-original-charcoal-drawing-framed-people-bridge-borsheim-arts-studio\" class=\"x1fey0fg xmper1u x1edh9d7\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/il-ponte-vecchio-florence-italy-original-charcoal-drawing-framed-people-bridge-borsheim-arts-studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Matted and framed in black, with glass for protection, this original artwork will ship from Hickory, North Carolina. [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Artist Kelly Borsheim\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrite to me\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e if you prefer to pick her up yourself.]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    ~ Kelly Borsheim, artist \u003cbr\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    P.S.  Payment plans are accepted on all of my works, no finance charge.  You set the date and the amount that you would like to pay each month.  One-third of the price [regardless of when that balance is reached] becomes the non-refundable deposit.  However, in the event that you change your mind or situation, this deposit may be applied towards any other available Borsheim Artwork.  Please contact me if this original charcoal and pastel drawing interests you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778438860949,"sku":"Ponte Vecchio ~ Drawing","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2261450925_kma5.jpg?v=1592580596"},{"product_id":"classical-drawing-of-nude-man-reclinging-on-confederate-motorcycle","title":"Classical Drawing of Nude Man reclinging on Confederate Motorcycle","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal Drawing on Italian Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 x 25 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed with Museum (non-glare) Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHellcat at the Pitti\u003c\/em\u003e ~ Original Charcoal Drawing from Florence, Italy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Italians are well-known for their love of motorcycles and racing.  However, I was not much exposed to this part of life until I met a fan of both while in Italy.  And while I cannot even remotely claim to be an expert, I must say that I have learned how beautiful the lines are on a \u003cstrong\u003eConfederate Hellcat motorcycle\u003c\/strong\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e      The owner of this American-made bike was in a transition period of his life.  He had gone through a divorce and moved out of his home country to start anew.  He told me that he had lost weight and felt better at his current middle age than he had when he was younger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e      He wanted to model for me with his cherished motorcycle in a way that made him FEEL good about himself, as well as show off the enticing curves of the Confederate Hellcat.  And why not?  Usually products are showcased with a curvy woman, so would not equal rights dictate that a male figure can also bring appeal to something such as an \"exotic limited edition, high-performance motorcycle\"?   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e      \u003cbr\u003e     During one of my stays in Florence, I lived not far from the \u003cstrong\u003ePitti Palace\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Late one night while I was walking home, I stopped to admire how the light was hitting a stone arch in front of the palace and shortly afterwards with other inspirations available, an idea started to form ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Framed in classic black wood, with acid-free mat, and Museum Glass [for almost NO reflection], the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal charcoal drawing titled \u003cem\u003eHellcat at the Pitti\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ships from Norfolk, Virginia. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePRINTS:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     If this original art is beyond your budget, or you are looking for a more affordable gift idea, perhaps a print of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHellcat at the Pitti\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e would interest you. Click here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/man-on-motorcycle-print\" title=\"prints of man on his beloved Confederate American-made motorcyle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/man-on-motorcycle-print\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you so much for your interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e~ Kelly Borsheim, artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eP.S.  Payment plans are accepted on all of my works, no finance charge.  You set the date and the amount that you would like to pay each month.  One-third of the price [regardless of when that balance is reached] becomes the non-refundable deposit.  However, in the event that you change your mind or situation, this deposit may be applied towards any other available Borsheim Artwork.  Please contact me if this original charcoal and pastel drawing interests you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778439254165,"sku":"Hellcat Original","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2320919651_nep8.jpg?v=1595196770"},{"product_id":"going-home-fez-morocco-fine-art-print","title":"Going Home Fez Morocco Fine Art PRINT","description":"\u003c!-- Google tag (gtag.js) --\u003e\n\u003cscript async src=\"https:\/\/www.googletagmanager.com\/gtag\/js?id=GT-5R6NX7ZW\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n  window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];\n  function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}\n  gtag('js', new Date());\n\n  gtag('config', 'GT-5R6NX7ZW');\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eGoing Home (Print):\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     A solo adventure in Morocco some years ago led me away from the tourist centers of town, looking at the light falling around the architecture. The solitary figure carrying two bags, one in each hand, enchanted me as he walked right into the light. This is a print of the original charcoal drawing on paper. The image area is as listed and the white border is around the image, making the print a wee bit larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer the original drawing, visit this page:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/going-home-fez-morocco-passages-walking-in-alley-art\" title=\"Original drawing in charcoal of Going Home Fez Morocco\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/going-home-fez-morocco-passages-walking-in-alley-art\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality Italian paper. (The word \"Print\" will not appear on the print.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFraming Tips:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and protect from humidity. The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for your order, for you or someone important to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoyfully,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"12 x 16","offer_id":34778439581845,"sku":"","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 x 20","offer_id":34778439614613,"sku":"","price":133.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15.5 x 22","offer_id":34778439647381,"sku":"","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2258734399_88oy.jpg?v=1598810981"},{"product_id":"going-home-fez-morocco-passages-walking-alone-black-and-white-art","title":"Going Home Fez Morocco Passages Walking Alone Black and White Art","description":"\u003c!-- Google tag (gtag.js) --\u003e\n\u003cscript async src=\"https:\/\/www.googletagmanager.com\/gtag\/js?id=GT-5R6NX7ZW\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n  window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];\n  function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}\n  gtag('js', new Date());\n\n  gtag('config', 'GT-5R6NX7ZW');\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eGoing Home ~ Fez Medina Morocco\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(Fez, Morocco)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e46 x 64 cm (18 x 25 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal on Italian-made paper, framed with glass\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e©  Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-family: 'Graphik Webfont', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, 'Droid Sans', 'Segoe UI', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 300; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: #ffffff; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\"\u003eIn the Medina area of Fez, Morocco, are long corridors of buildings in disrepair and potholes in the covered streets. 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This figurative artwork by Kelly Borsheim is available as fine art prints, especially for those who love travel and Africa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     A solo adventure in \u003cstrong\u003eFez, Morocco\u003c\/strong\u003e some years ago led me away from the tourist centers of town, looking at the light falling around the architecture. The solitary figure carrying two bags, one in each hand, enchanted me as he walked away from me, right into the light.    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePassages ~ Morocco:  An Art Exhibition by Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(all copyrights 2013-2014 reserved by the artist)\u003cbr\u003eA Collection of Eleven Artworks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     And I would like to present to you the first in the new art collection\/exhibition titled, \u003cstrong\u003e\"Passages - Morocco.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e  I hope you enjoy your travels and can also journey with me for a bit longer . . . \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer to own a \u003cstrong\u003efine art PRINT\u003c\/strong\u003e, please visit this page:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheimarts.etsy.com\/listing\/959283295\/fez-medina-morocco-travel-print-moroccan\" target=\"_blank\" title='order prints in a variety of sizes for the black and white charcoal drawing \"Going Home\" Fez, Morocco' rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/www.borsheimarts.etsy.com\/listing\/959283295\/fez-medina-morocco-travel-print-moroccan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/going-home-fez-morocco-fine-art-print\" title=\"Fine Art Print of Going Home Fez Morocco Charcoal drawing\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/going-home-fez-morocco-fine-art-print\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Artist:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/morocco-artistinFez-FotobySimone.jpg?v=1594913717\" alt=\"Artist Kelly Borsheim in Fez, Morocco Photo by Simone Crew 2012\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e           \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contract Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34778439680149,"sku":"Going Home ~ CharcoalOriginalFramed","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2211091170_r5rw.jpg?v=1595165224"},{"product_id":"borgo-degli-albizi-florence-italy-couple-walking-rainy-night-print","title":"Borgo degli Albizi Florence Italy Couple Walking Rainy Night PRINT","description":"\u003cp\u003e     \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorgo degli Albizi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a well-traveled stone street in the historical center of Florence, Italy (Firenze, Italia). This image shows a couple walking in the rain, under an umbrella. The street lights create reflections into the tiny puddles in the stone road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is a print of the original (sold) pastel drawing on Roma (texture is vertical lines)-brand paper. The image area is as listed and the white border is around the image, making the print a wee bit larger. Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality Italian paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(The word \"Print\" will not appear on the print.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 x 8 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 x 10 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18 x 12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22 x 16 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[The last image contains a FRAMED print with teal mat and medium-width black frame.  It is also for sale, see a separate item on this site.]  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFraming Advice:  [Frame NOT included]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and protect from humidity. The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy the cozy romantic feel of this charming drawing. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelly \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"12 x 8 inches","offer_id":42213882593429,"sku":"","price":42.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 x 10 inches","offer_id":42213882626197,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18 x 12 inches","offer_id":34778439811221,"sku":"","price":84.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22 x 16 inches","offer_id":34778439876757,"sku":"","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2256078717_1w3s.jpg?v=1597755873"},{"product_id":"santo-spirito-long-shadows-florence-italy-fine-art-print","title":"Santo Spirito Long Shadows Florence Italy - Fine Art PRINT","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"display-inline mr-xs-1\"\u003eSanto Spirito Shadows Florence Italy print, People watching in Tuscan park, Dark charcoal drawing Florence living room wall art decor prints\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The coolest piazza in Florence, Italy, is Piazza Santo Spirito in the Oltrarno area.  This fine art print shows people sitting on a stone bench for people watching in this public park in the Renaissance City.  Late afternoon shadows are long as the light begins to disappear behind the Italian architecture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     This print of a famous city in Europe comes from an original charcoal and pastel drawing on (horizontally) lined Roma-brand paper.  The original art sold immediately, but here you may receive prints in a variety of sizes created from the hi-resolution scan from the original artwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality fine art paper.  Signed by me, the artist, lower right corner.   Your fine art print will have some white border [making the total dimensions larger than the image size you order].  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE!  Any import taxes must be paid by you.\u003cbr\u003eI usually need 1-2 business days to create your print and will ship soon after.  Let me know if you need the art by a certain date or have any other requests by contacting me (link below).  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease include your phone number for shipping purposes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLike Tuscany?  See some more art images from Florence, Italy by using the magnifying icon to search for any word that interests you, such as \"Florence.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**********************************\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRAMING TIPS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame.\u003cbr\u003eThe color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. A white mat gives a traditional, classically clean look. \u003cbr\u003e     For black and white images, I recommend the traditional look of a white or slightly off-white wide mat with a simple black frame (and non-reflective glass if possible).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare for your print\u003c\/strong\u003e just as you would any work on paper:\u003cbr\u003edo not display in direct sun and protect from humidity. The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**************\u003cbr\u003eAnd thank you so much! Enjoy your art,\u003cbr\u003eKelly\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eP.S.  To see more images of the stone carving on the table in the teal couch image, visit:  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/encounter-manta-ray-sculpture-black-and-white-stone-astra-star-marble\" title=\"Encounter stone carving inspired by manta rays\"\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/encounter-manta-ray-sculpture-black-and-white-stone-astra-star-marble\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in the bronze tabletop sculpture \"Cattails and Frog Legs\" shown in one of the images on this page, go to:  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/cattails-and-frog-legs-bronze-aquatic-animal-sculpture\" title=\"Cattails and Frog Legs a tabletop bronze sculpture inspired by nature\"\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/cattails-and-frog-legs-bronze-aquatic-animal-sculpture\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo buy digital downloads of my Florence, Italy, PHOTOGRAPHY, go to:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/borsheimarts?section_id=35946022\" title=\"Florence Italy photo downloads, instant files received for you to print.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/borsheimarts?section_id=35946022\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Kelly Borsheim at the Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact Borsheim Arts Studio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"12 x 16 Inches","offer_id":41996296585365,"sku":"Santo Spirito Shadows ~ PRINT","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 x 22 Inches","offer_id":41996296618133,"sku":"Santo Spirito Shadows ~ PRINT-2","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"18 x 24 Inches","offer_id":41996296650901,"sku":"Santo Spirito Shadows ~ PRINT-3","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"22 x 30 Inches","offer_id":41996296683669,"sku":"Santo Spirito Shadows ~ PRINT-4","price":191.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/EtsyPR_SantSpiritoShadows_17x23_Charcoal_Pastel_Borsheim.jpg?v=1646519885"},{"product_id":"via-della-spada-florence-italy-romantic-rain-umbrella-print","title":"Via della Spada Florence Italy Romantic Rain Umbrella PRINT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVia della Spada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a well-known street in Florence, Italy (Firenze, Italia). This print of an original pastel drawing on black Italian paper depicts a couple holding hands while walking under an umbrella. The rain in this night scene shows in the reflections of the Tuscan street lights upon the stone road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This is a print of the original (sold) pastel drawing on black Roma-brand paper (which created the vertical lines in the art). The image area is as listed and the white border is around the image, making the print a wee bit larger. Each fine art reproduction is printed on quality Italian paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(The word \"Print\" will not appear on the print.) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes Available:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22 x 16 Inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"align-with-btn\"\u003e\u003cspan data-test-id=\"unsanitize\"\u003e29 x 22 Inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like this artwork, you may also enjoy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/borgo-degli-albizi-florence-italy-tuscany-fine-art-print\" title=\"Romantic Couple walking in the rain fine art print sold artwork\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/borgo-degli-albizi-florence-italy-tuscany-fine-art-print\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFraming Advice [Frame Not Included]:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame. The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print. Care for your print just as you would any work on paper: do not display in direct sun and protect from humidity. The framer should attach the print to the support ONLY on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat. That freedom allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"22 x 16","offer_id":34778440302741,"sku":"","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"29 x 22","offer_id":34778440335509,"sku":"","price":191.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/il_fullxfull.2255958557_67gg.jpg?v=1597757442"},{"product_id":"note-cards-oh-venice-italy-surprised-woman-in-costume-mask-fine-art-print","title":"Note cards Oh Venice Italy Surprised Woman in Costume Mask Fine Art PRINT","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrder these fun note cards of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Oh! Venice\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e a surprised expression, painting image set in Venice, Italy.  \u003cbr\u003e     Buy one 7 x 5 inch card, a pack of 10 note cards, or a pack of 25 note cards.  Great for invitations to a surprise party or to celebrate a special birthday, a job promotion, travel gift, or to joke for many different occasions.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     You may PERSONALIZE your cards:  Just send me the text you want to place in her wig in the font shown here.  \u003cbr\u003eYou may also choose to print a message inside, 500 character limit.  \u003cbr\u003e100 lb. paper stock for all the 7 x 5 cards, semi-gloss finish with UV protectant on outside note card.\u003cbr\u003eInside has a matte finish.\u003cbr\u003eEnvelopes provided for each greeting card.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso offered is a fine art print of \"Oh! in Venice, Italy,\" on quality art paper size 17 x 11 inches.  The note cards may also be framed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original painting was used for a menu cover for \u003cstrong\u003eAtelier Marega's Casanova Grand Ball\u003c\/strong\u003e during \u003cem\u003eCarnevale\u003c\/em\u003e in Venice, Italy (\u003cem\u003eVenezia, Italia\u003c\/em\u003e) in February 2020.  \u003cbr\u003eFine Art Reproductions are available from me here.   The design consists of a young woman in historical dress with a tall white period wig.  She is putting her hand to her mouth in surprise, while leaning into the center of the image.  You may see a typical canal in the city of Venezia (Venice) in the background with the night sky above.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(The word \"Print\" will not appear on the print.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRAMING AND CARE RECOMMENDATIONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach reproduction is printed on quality fine art paper.  I recommend framing behind a non-glare glass, with a mat, and simple frame.  \u003cbr\u003e     The color of the mat and frame should go with the color of the print.  Care for your print just as you would any work on paper:  \u003cbr\u003edo not display in direct sun and protect from humidity.  The framer should only attach the paper to the support on the TOP edge, allowing the paper to hang freely behind the mat.  That allows the paper to respond well to most levels of changing humidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThank you for your order!\u003cbr\u003eSincerely,\u003cbr\u003eKelly Borsheim, artist\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"7x5 inch note card-ONE","offer_id":34778441056405,"sku":"Oh Venice - Notecard ONE","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7x5 notecard-10 pack","offer_id":37546769318037,"sku":"Oh Venezia - Note Card-10 pack","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7x5 notecard-25 pack","offer_id":37546776592533,"sku":"Oh Venezia - note card 25 pack","price":49.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"17 x 11 in. Art PRINT","offer_id":37546793369749,"sku":"Oh Venezia - PRINT 17 x 11 in.","price":74.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/EtsyPRVeneziaOops_notecards-blank_a7_folded_pearl_1_500p.jpg?v=1607301715"},{"product_id":"chest-piece-male-bronze-bas-relief-wall-hanging-sculpture","title":"Chest Piece ~ Male Bronze Bas Relief Wall Hanging Sculpture","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze on Stone base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7.25 x 6 x 1.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, ships from Fort Mill, South Carolina (US) or Norfolk, VA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree shipping included within the US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso available, buy the bronze WITHOUT THE STONE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecopyright Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003eChest Piece\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e     This lovely artwork is an open edition (vs. limited).  Each wax is slightly different in drip pattern around edges.  \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eChest Piece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e depicts a bare man's chest with ruffled finished edges of the crop.  It was inspired by the chest of the bronze figure in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/against-the-dying-of-the-light-rage-rage\" title=\"full figure bronze of man struggling against large hands that try to pull him down\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgainst the Dying of the Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eby Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eChest Piece Bathroom Size Bronze Wall Sculpture:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e     I absolutely LOVE this wall-mounted sculpture! It just keeps growing on me -- from my fascination in pouring the waxes to seeing the bronze emerge from the investment mold to the final patina and waxing process. I adore the textured feel of this bronze that MAKES me yearn to reach out and touch it, as well as the way the light falls on the various textured surfaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e     I also have fun handpicking the stone backing for this small \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChest Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Now, I am offering Chest Piece mounted or unmounted, as you see in these images.  I always thought this bronze bas-relief could make a good door pull, alone or as a pair.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003eThis contemporary figurative sculpture is also available in a size 4 times as large, titled \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShield\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (but at this time is orders only, as he needs to be cast again as the first two have sold).  Just contact Kelly at the link below to find out current prices.  A non-refundable one-third deposit will get the work started at the foundry.  In the event, you change your mind, you may use the paid funds towards another artwork by me.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Size Comparison of Chest Piece, with or without stone base\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_ChestPiece_MaleNudeSculpture_040103g2_bathroomart.jpg?v=1594540814\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e     In one of these images, you will see a standing nude female figure, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSirenetta (The Little Mermaid)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.  If you would like to learn more about here, go to: \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"bronze statue of woman dancing as the little mermaid of fairy tales\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/sirenetta-little-mermaid-bronze-statue-of-nude-woman-dancing\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/sirenetta-little-mermaid-bronze-statue-of-nude-woman-dancing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e     If interested in the oil painting \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRelinquish\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, discover more about him at:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"a man surrenders to a force grander than his own. on his knees in front of the light entering the door. oil painting\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/relinquish-painting-vulnerability\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/relinquish-painting-vulnerability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Also, I will sell this without the stone base.  I have an idea for my own home to turn one of the edition into a door pull for inside my front door.  I will take images of this and post here if I find time to do it.  However, each little bronze comes with two bronze extenders in the back for mounting to the stone.  This means it should be able to be mounted to anything.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShield\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003eThis idea also exists the larger version:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShield\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e [orders only, no stone base, one-third deposit starts the work, the first two castings sold long ago]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Shield in clay before bronze casting; Artist Kelly Borsheim holds for size comparison.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_ShieldinClayWithArtistKellyBorsheim_040128c.jpg?v=1594541135\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShield\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in clay before bronze casting; Artist Kelly Borsheim holds for size comparison.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Shield Large Garden or Gate Sized Bronze Male Nude Sculpture\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_Shield_BronzeNudeMaleChest_WallorGateDecor_040328b2.jpg?v=1594541204\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShield\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Large Garden-sized or Gate Decor Bronze Male Nude Sculpture\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003ePlease inquire for more information.  Thank you.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e                \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Bronze Edition #12 with Travertine Stone Base","offer_id":46985002025109,"sku":"Chest Piece Bronze-1","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bronze Edition #16 unmounted with threads","offer_id":46985002057877,"sku":"Chest Piece Bronze-2","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bronze Edition #17 unmounted with threads","offer_id":46985002090645,"sku":"Chest Piece Bronze-3","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/web_Chest-Piece_bronzeStoneWallHungTabletopSculpture.jpg?v=1594540478"},{"product_id":"oh-boy-bronze-mirror-of-nude-men","title":"Oh Boy! Bronze Mirror of Nude Men","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eOh Boy!\u003c\/i\u003e Mirror of Male Nude Figures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   This bronze mirror titled \"Oh Boy!\" is the first time I have created a functional work of art. While I carved stone (my Lips Series) during the day, I worked on the men at night. This bronze composition features five nude males arranged to create a frame around a mirror. The men are arranged asymmetrically and thus, the mirror is best hung on the wall.  However, you may also prefer to display on a small table easel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   This bronze artwork was great fun and I even signed my name in the lower part of the frame in reverse, such that the reflection in the mirror would read correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   This is considered a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ebas-relief\u003c\/em\u003e sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means the forms are compressed.  (Most wall-hanging sculptures are reliefs, \u003cem\u003ebas\u003c\/em\u003e mean \"low\" in French. The other is a high-relief, which means the sculpture is more 3-d with less compression.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eOh Boy!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ebronze mirror\u003cbr\u003e limited edition of 99\u003cbr\u003e 14.5\" h x 9.5\" w\u003cbr\u003e © 2006 Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     \u003cstrong\u003eYour choice of patina:  Traditional (transparent) or the \"tan granite opaque\" patina\u003c\/strong\u003e, shown here as well.  The easel is sold separately, but the mirror bottom is at a slant, so perhaps it is better to hang on a wall.  Note that the signature is written into the bronze in such a way that it reads correctly only in the mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCreating the Bronze Mirror:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image below is the original sculpture in \u003cem\u003eplastilina\u003c\/em\u003e (an oil-based clay). A mold was made and then the artist cast each wax herself. The wax (shown below that) was chased and taken to the bronze foundry for casting. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Shopify_OhBoyBronzeMirror_ClaySculpturePriorToMoldMaking_060326j2.jpg?v=1592648232\" alt=\"Original Clay Bas Relief Sculpture Prior to Mold Making\" style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Shopify_OhBoyBronzeMirror_WaxSculpturePriorToBronzeCasting_060330f2.jpg?v=1592648031\" alt=\"Wax sculpture prior to casting into Bronze\" style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact artist Kelly Borsheim\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"faso-workszoom-link-contact faso-art-inquire-link\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Traditional Transparent Bronze","offer_id":34786763276437,"sku":"Oh Boy Bronze Mirror-1","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque Tan Granite Imitation","offer_id":34786763309205,"sku":"Oh Boy Bronze Mirror-2","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Shopify_OhBoyBronzeMirrorNo5_15x10x1in_170422_SRX358.jpg?v=1622134549"},{"product_id":"9-1-1-911-anguished-figure-fall-of-twin-towers-bronze-statue-sculpture","title":"9-1-1 911 Anguished Figure Fall of Twin Towers Bronze Statue Sculpture","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13.5 in. x 8 in. x 6 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e9-1-1 Bronze Figure Sculpture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I sculpted \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e9-1-1\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e on the day after the terrorists attacked my country on September 11, 2001. I worked furiously all day long, crying as I listened to the news in the background as the search for survivors continued. For so long, horrible images ran on the TV that only emphasized the images of disturbing, small details that were in my head.  How horrible it must have been inside of the building to entice one to jump to a different horrible death? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I did not mean to keep at it for such a concentrated time, but sculpting was a kind of therapy for me, in my helplessness. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9-1-1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e expresses some of my anguish for people I did not know and my sorrow for a world that could know such hatred and disregard for the miracles of life. The whitish patina of ashes that cover the bronze figure (resembling what happened to many people after the collapse of the World Trade Center's Twin Towers in New York City) also represent the pain of others. This pain covers us, minimizing the difference in our looks and cultural backgrounds, and allows us the opportunity to feel empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e     9-1-1\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (pronounced \"nine-one-one\", the number to call for emergency assistance, as well as the date of the human atrocity) is an open edition, meaning I have not limited the number of castings that may be made of this bronze sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Stolen Plaster Sculpture:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The plaster version of this sculpture was picked up from my husband in our home in Cedar Creek, Texas, by a Canadian woman.  She said her sister had died in the towers and she was creating a traveling exhibit of therapeutic art to end up in NYC by the next anniversary of 11 September.  She found my piece on my site.  After that, I did not hear from her for a very long time.  I wrote to her to ask when I would receive my plaster sculpture back.  She responded that she had no idea what had happened to my work, but all of the art for her \"Tour of Souls\" had been stolen from a storage unit, but she knew not exactly when.  And that was it.  No apology or anything.  I do not even know if she filed a police report on the break-in or supposed threat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere is Empathy? Where is Peace?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(More photos below)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9-13-2001   \u003cstrong\u003eArtist's Statement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Like countless others when I heard the news of the attack, I felt weak. My stomach ached as I tried to imagine the horror and fear felt by those people on the hijacked planes as they came to understand \u003cem\u003esomething\u003c\/em\u003e of what was about to happen. A terrible shock and overwhelming sadness descended upon me as I was forced to acknowledge that so much suffering exists in our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     What kind of lives must a group of people have in order to decide that \u003cem\u003eTHIS\u003c\/em\u003e was a good thing to do?  I did not know what to do. Feeling completely helpless, I decided to immerse myself in my work. Yesterday morning, I started to sculpt my feelings in wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     The images on this page are of this work, still in-progress.  The sculpture is based off of a sketch I made on 9-11-01.  I was shocked to see many of us going about our day - almost as if we did not know of these atrocities. But I was doing it too, for lack of a better idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Ironically, if I had not been on my way into town (Austin) for a seminar on getting publicity for visual arts, I would not have known about this until much, much later. I heard the news on KGSR radio as I drove to the Austin Lyric Opera building. (After hearing the DJ state that someone just flew into the first twin tower, my first thought was, \"That's not funny.\" Then almost simultaneously I realized the DJ was not joking. The horror was just beginning.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Any other day of the week, I would have been home alone in the woods in southwest Bastrop County. After walking with my dog, Zac, I would have put on my dust mask, goggles, and ear protection, and gone straight out to carve some stone - out of touch with the rest of the world for hours.  I am not sure why I felt the need to share this with you.  However, if any of you have created art as therapy as well, please feel free to share it or your stories with me.\u003cbr\u003eThank you,\u003cbr\u003eKelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Original Wax Sculpture: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\" alt=\"911 Wax Sculpture Art Therapy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/911wax22b.jpg?v=1592991026\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\" alt=\"911 Wax Sculpture Art Therapy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/911wax32b.jpg?v=1592991057\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhat Will We Do Now?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 September 2001\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    I don't know the answer to that question. What I do know is that the world is watching us. They want to see how we respond. It is SO IMPORTANT that whatever we choose to do, we do it with honor, dignity, and strength. We will defend our citizens. But we cannot give up our system of justice just because of the enormity of the crime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    How did we deal with the Oklahoma City bombing? We kept to our laws and brought the guilty to trial. Some of the differences in the plane hijacking attacks are that those responsible are smarter, sneakier, and they are willing to die for their beliefs. It will be harder to find them and prove their guilt.  But it must be done according to our laws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Just a thought:  Was not World War I called \"the war to end all wars\"? We now have the luxury of hindsight to know that it was not so. We need to look at the reality that no matter how massive a fight, it never seems to end the violence. Let's look at some other (nonviolent, but not passive) options and try another way this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34835563446421,"sku":"9-1-1 Bronze","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/911_b21.jpg?v=1594550360"},{"product_id":"the-saint-male-nude-oil-painting","title":"The Saint Male Nude Oil Painting","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Saint\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 x 17 inches [before framing]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on Panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecopyright 2018 Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFramed as shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a figurative oil painting on masonite [a type of manufactured compressed wood pieces].  The artwork depicts a dark-haired nude man from the waist up.  He is looking down into the shadows, with his hands raised, wrapping around his neck and head, lost in his own thoughts.  He is cast in dramatic lighting, slivers of light hit him from the viewer's right, while the rest of his body remains in shadow.  Behind him is a design of Florentine wall paper.  \u003cbr\u003e     The Saint's body is inclined in a subtle and lovely diagonal, and his arms make different shaped triangles, adding to the mysterious energy of the art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e     The title comes from how I felt about the model.  He really helped me in a time of need with his friendship and his gift of modeling for me while I worked out many emotions in 2008.  Thank you, Ernesto!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_mh6 _wsc\" id=\"cch_fe72ca7d4ebce6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_3oh- _58nk\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     Ernesto was my model for this painting, as well as many works during this time of healing for me. He was brilliant. He also posed for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/entwined-interlaced-fingers-hands-on-nude-man-s-chest-charcoal-drawing-black-and-white-grey-paper-framed-original-art-meditative-love-art\" title=\"Entwined Drawing of Man's clasped hands over nude chest\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEntwined\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/enough-drawing-of-nude-man-with-hand-on-face-tired-charcoal-drawing-original-art\" title=\"Enough Ernesto modeled for charcoal drawing nude man with hands on face\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEnough\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/collections\/oil-paintings\/products\/relinquish-man-vulnerability-nude-man-seeking-the-light-knees-prayer\" title=\"Relinquish Man on his knees seeking the light Ernesto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRelinquish\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, among others. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_mh6 _wsc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_3oh- _58nk\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_mh6 _wsc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_3oh- _58nk\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"margin-bottom text-left faso-workszoom-data-comments\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_mh6 _wsc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_3oh- _58nk\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34836490780821,"sku":"Saint Oil Painting","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/the-saint.jpg?v=1594586871"},{"product_id":"luminosity-diptych-candlelight-painting","title":"Luminosity ~ Diptych Candlelight Painting","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e    Oil on Canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e    22 in. height x 37 in. [her, 16 in. wide, him 21 in. wide] x 1 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e    Gallery-wrapped canvases (makes framing optional as sides are painted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e    Available (Price shown is for both; inquire to buy only one of the pair) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eLuminosity\u003c\/em\u003e diptych:\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e      Two different people are focused on the flames of candles.  One is praying; the other playing.   I drew from the \u003cstrong\u003eDruid and Celtic symbols\u003c\/strong\u003e to enhance the story-telling element in these images of the figures and fire. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     The \u003cstrong\u003eAwen\u003c\/strong\u003e, on the left with the woman, is the symbol for inspiration.  The Awen consists of at least the three long rays of light [but often with circles, too].  There is an obvious trilogy, but there are many interpretations of what those three qualities are.  I chose the design that can be interpreted as the outer rays representing both the male and the female energies, with the middle being the combined shape that is interpreted as balance.  The Awen is a bit like the Celtic yin yang.  The Druids use this symbol as a way to express that light illuminates the darkness with nature, knowledge and truth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     Celtic knot work generally symbolizes eternity and the interconnect-ness of things.  One definition of luminosity is brilliant intellectually; enlightened or enlightening.  Flames, in this case, are a means of focus and meditation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     And per the dictionary,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuminosity:\u003c\/strong\u003e  the quality of being intellectually brilliant, enlightened, inspired, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     This is \/ these are a mostly monochromatic painting using Van Dyke Brown [by Rembrandt], yielding a slightly warmer feel than pure black and white.  There are silver (metallic) highlights added within the light of the flames, as well as along the Celtic designs.  The following is an image of me, the artist Kelly Borsheim, standing next to the canvases.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Luminosity Diptych of Woman and Man with Candlelight and Celtic Symbols Awen Firelight Shadows Prayer\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_LuminosityDiptychPainting-WithArtistKellyBorsheim_PhotobyPaulEdwards.jpg?v=1594596821\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto of artist Kelly Borsheim with Luminosity by Paul Edwards, 2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuminosity - Diptych\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eoil on two canvases\u003cbr\u003e22 x 37 inches together [she=22 x 15.75; he=22x21.25]\u003cbr\u003ecopyright 2019 Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease inquire if you desire purchasing one or the other separately\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Artist Kelly Borsheim\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"faso-workszoom-link-contact faso-art-inquire-link\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34836802437269,"sku":"Luminosity Diptych","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/web_Luminosity_OilOnCanvas_22x37inTotalDiptych_2019a.jpg?v=1626693772"},{"product_id":"buskers-in-firenze-mimes-performing-street-artists-florence-italy-painting","title":"Buskers in Firenze Mimes Performing Street Artists Florence Italy Painting","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuskers in Firenze\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on Thick Maple Panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 x 12 x 3\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable and Framed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuskers in Firenze - Original Figurative Oil Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    As a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/smile.amazon.com\/Life-Street-Painter-Florence-Italy\/dp\/1463774702\/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?_encoding=UTF8\u0026amp;qid=\u0026amp;sr=\" title=\"Book:  My Life as a Street Painter in Florence, Italy\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estreet painter in Florence, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, (Firenze, Italia) I have gotten to know a couple of the \u003cstrong\u003ebuskers (street performers)\u003c\/strong\u003e that work not far from where I re-create masterpieces of Italian art in the street. This painting is of Francis (the French mime) and Mimito (the Italian ... \u003cstrong\u003eMan of the Wind\u003c\/strong\u003e). I must say that these street performers make perfect models, holding still for longer than most tourists even see.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    I created this figurative oil painting in January 2011 for the \u003cstrong\u003eSalon International Oil Painting Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e 2011 hosted by the \u003cstrong\u003eGreenhouse Gallery of Fine Art in San Antonio, Texas.\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003cem\u003eBuskers in Firenze\u003c\/em\u003e was chosen to be among the 430 paintings from thousands of entries worldwide to be in the Salon exhibition in April 2011. When I arrived on opening night, I was elated to see that the judge Daniel E. Greene had awarded this paintings of my European performer friends an Honorable Mention award!\u003cbr\u003e    ~ Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.S.  If you prefer prints (with several sizes available), go here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/buskers-street-performers-art-prints-florence-italy\" title=\"Prints in a variety of sizes are available of Buskers in Firenze, a painting of two mimes in the Italian Renaissance City.\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/products\/buskers-street-performers-art-prints-florence-italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/fb110402_11_GreenhouseGallerySalonReception-SanAntonioTX.jpg?v=1593009856\" alt=\"Art Lover Looks at Painting Buskers in Firenze Mimes Performing Artists Florence Italy Painting\" style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/fb110402_09_GreenhouseGallerySalonReception-SanAntonioTX.jpg?v=1593009896\" alt=\"Buskers in Firenze Mimes Performing Artists Florence Italy Painting\" style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Payments planned are often accepted, with no finance charge [ever].  You set the date and the amount you wish to pay each month. One-third [whenever you reach that point] is non-refundable.  However, if you change your mind about adding this work to your collection, then you may apply the deposit to any other available Borsheim artwork.  No risk!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Thanks so much for your interest and patronage.  I hope that you, too, be see the magic in Florence, Italy.\u003cbr\u003ePeace,\u003cbr\u003eKelly Borsheim, artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eItalian comment by one of the Mime Models:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     On his Facebook page, my friend and model \u003cstrong\u003eMaurizio Mimito Stefanizzi - Il sorrydista, l'uomo DI-VENTO (The Man of the Wind)\u003c\/strong\u003e wrote:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e    Questo quadro lo ha realizzato una mia amica americana \"Kelly Borsheim Artist\" Pittrice e madonnara a Firenze. Il soggetto nel dipinto oltre me è un artista autentico una delle statue umane più sugestive che abbia mai visto. si chiama Francis ed è francese, ha vissuto in Italia per molti anni e l'ho incontrato in tante città dal nord al sud, non ci siamo mai scambiati i contatti anche perché Francis vive senza l'uso del telefono e dell'autovettura, ma sempre puntuale all'ora giusta al posto giusto per emozionare la folla con la sua originale ed articolata forma d'arte. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e    Chi lo ha osservato può confermare. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e    Quel giorno Ci siamo divertiti a mescolare le nostre posture incuranti di piacere al pubblico ma quanto di rendere espressive le azioni e nel silenzio delle nostra diversità, ma attenti a rendere l'immagine un filo conduttore. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e    Kelly ha immortalato il momento perfetto di quest'azione statica con una foto che successivamente Ritornata in America ha realizzato un quadro presentandolo ad un concorso importante in una nota galleria d'arte in Texas. Kelly ha vinto il primo premio e si è assicurata una mostra in questa galleria delle sue opere. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eQuesta è l'alchimia dell'arte di strada.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn English:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"HwtZe\" jsname=\"jqKxS\" jsaction=\"mouseup:BR6jm\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e     This picture was made by an American friend of mine \"Kelly Borsheim Artist\" Painter and madonnara in Florence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003eThe subject in the painting beyond me is a genuine artist one of the most evocative human statues one has ever seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003ehis name is Francis and he is French, he lived in Italy for many years and I met him in many cities from north to south, we have never exchanged contacts also because Francis lives without the use of the telephone and car, but\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003ealways on time at the right time in the right place to excite the crowd with his original and multifaceted art form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"HwtZe\" jsname=\"jqKxS\" jsaction=\"mouseup:BR6jm\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003eThose who have observed it can confirm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"HwtZe\" jsname=\"jqKxS\" jsaction=\"mouseup:BR6jm\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e     That day we had fun mixing our postures regardless of pleasing the public, but how much to make the actions expressive and in the silence of our diversity, but careful to make the image a common thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"HwtZe\" jsname=\"jqKxS\" jsaction=\"mouseup:BR6jm\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e     Kelly immortalized the perfect moment of this static action with a photo that she later returned to America and created a painting by presenting it at an important competition in a well-known art gallery in Texas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003eKelly won first prize and secured a show in this gallery of her work.       [He misunderstood:  I did not win FIRST PLACE, but just and HONORABLE MENTION.  And I did not secure a show for my work.  It was just that this work was accepted into this one juried exhibition of many international artists.  Kelly]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"HwtZe\" jsname=\"jqKxS\" jsaction=\"mouseup:BR6jm\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"jCAhz ChMk0b\" jscontroller=\"Gn4SMb\" jsname=\"txFAF\" jsaction=\"agoMJf:PFBcW;MZfLnc:P7O7bd;nt4Alf:pvnm0e,pfE8Hb,PFBcW;B01qod:dJXsye;H1e5u:iXtTIf;lYIUJf:hij5Wb;bmeZHc:iURhpf;Oxj3Xe:qAKMYb,yaf12d\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ryNqvb\" jsname=\"W297wb\" jsaction=\"click:E6Tfl,GFf3ac,tMZCfe; contextmenu:Nqw7Te,QP7LD; mouseout:Nqw7Te; mouseover:E6Tfl,c2aHje\"\u003e     This is the alchemy of street art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/fb110402_27_BuskersInFirenze_GreenhouseGallerySalonReception-SanAntonioTX.jpg?v=1593009936\" alt=\"Artist Kelly Borsheim poses with Award-winning Painting Buskers in Firenze Two Mimes Performing Artists Florence Italy Painting\" style=\"margin: 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx 0pxpx; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eArtist Kelly Borsheim poses with her award-winning painting \u003cem\u003eBuskers in Firenze\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Artist Kelly Borsheim\"\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34839911497877,"sku":"Buskers Painting Original","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/EtsyPR_BuskersOrig-Firenze_OilOnWood_16x12in_KellyBorsheim20200215_N034_FRAMEsample.jpg?v=1673780068"},{"product_id":"lollipop-round-oil-painting","title":"Lollipop ~ Round Oil Painting","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eLollipop\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-inch diameter round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on maple wood professional panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopyright 2018-2019 Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to hang; Frame not necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     One of the best things about \u003cstrong\u003echildhood is how care-free and natural it feels\u003c\/strong\u003e.  A protected and safe child is free to explore the world and see it with his young eyes.  Everything is new.  Almost everything is of interest.  It is a joyful time before the weight of the world of adults comes ‘round.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     In 2013, I went to \u003cstrong\u003ePontremoli, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e, with my friend and colleague \u003cstrong\u003eKumiko Suzuki\u003c\/strong\u003e, to carve stone for their annual \u003cstrong\u003eMedieval Festival in August\u003c\/strong\u003e.  We were asked to carve huge chunks of horribly cracked marble, and make something worth keeping.  However, we had to do it in just a few days and almost all by hand!  The stone was in bad shape because it had been pulled out of the \u003cstrong\u003eMagra River\u003c\/strong\u003e.  Thus, most of my time in Pontremoli was working close to the water.  And there, I watched the children play and frankly, wanted to join them.  It was a relaxing weekend and reminded me of a simpler time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     In this painting \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLollipop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, I not only wanted to capture that moment of the boy, oblivious to anyone else around him and just “being,” but also I wanted to paint with more texture [this is mostly a \u003cstrong\u003epalette knife painting\u003c\/strong\u003e], get some depth into the image, and move away from the traditional skin-tone palette that I have learned in Florence, Italy. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     In fact, some years ago I was introduced to the work of \u003cstrong\u003eVojtěch Adalbert Hynais\u003c\/strong\u003e (1854 - 1925), a Czech painter.  A friend got some great close-up photographs of some Hynais artwork he saw in Prague.  The subtle shifts from cool to warm colors in the skin tones of the artist’s figures was much lovelier than anything I have seen on the Internet by Hynais.  Subtlety has rarely been my strong point, but this is a direction for which to strive!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Another inspiration was the Spanish artist Sorolla.  He painted children and their mothers at the beach, bathed in sunlight.  Such beautiful works!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e       Here is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eLollipop\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and I hope it brings back memories of freedom from worry and a time in which we accepted our natural curiosities about everything.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eCreating Lollipop\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Many years ago, I bought some wonderful maple wood professionally made panels for oil painting.  They are an inch thick!  The largest one I bought was a 30-inch diameter circle.  In 2017 I had many of my personal things and larger art-making things shipped to Italy, but I have been contemplating what to do on this round board for a long time now.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e [Pics to follow]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     You may have seen the instructional video series that I made of Lollipop either on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.patreon.com\/KellyBorsheim\" title=\"Kelly Borsheim on Patreon for artist support\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatreon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or on\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/kellyborsheim\" title=\"Instructional videos by Kelly Borsheim on YouTube\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e my YouTube channel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.  I explain there some of the design choices I made.  Here is a little taste in this 36-SECOND promo:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/fmzTJ_1Msqo\" title=\"short video Painting Lollipop Child in Nature\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/fmzTJ_1Msqo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35173293686933,"sku":"Lollipop Painting","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Singulart_Borsheim_Lollipop_BoyOnRiverRocks_DSC1859-USE.jpg?v=1594652314"},{"product_id":"fontana-di-lucca-painting-of-statue-womans-torso-lucca-italy","title":"Fontana di Lucca Painting of Statue Woman's Torso Lucca Italy","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on Gallery-Wrapped Canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 x 20 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framing Optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from Norfolk, VA USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eFontana di Lucca\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLucca, Italia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     This painting is a larger reworking of a smaller acrylic painting I did when I visited Lucca, Italy, for the first time in 2004.  It depicts the draped torso of a woman.  She is actually a statue atop a community fountain (\u003cem\u003efontana\u003c\/em\u003e in Italian).  One breast is exposed, as was typical centuries ago.  I am not sure why, perhaps because asymmetrical design is usually more interesting?  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I found as I started oil painting from live models in the mid-1990s that zooming in on the figure was a type of abstraction.  The shapes of this torso appeal to me, the curves dividing the canvas in lovely ways.  I enjoyed painting the drapery, that seems to defy gravity in parts.  The dramatic curve of her hip on the left is pure woman!  What a beautiful design!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Lucca was a surprise for me. I had visited Firenze (Florence) for about five days before heading north and west on my way to the marble mountains in Carrara, Italy. I was only able to stay in the walled city of Lucca for two nights. Compared to Firenze, Lucca seemed a bit sleepy and lacking in art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     However, as I explored the town, I began to look up into open windows, my gaze following the sounds of voices and music. I discovered that most of the art was inside of the buildings as I caught glimpses of beautiful frescoes on the walls and ceilings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Lucca_040601d.jpg?v=1594737564\" alt=\"Lucca, Italy, tranquilty charming town\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Lucca_040602c.jpg?v=1594737624\" alt=\"Lucca, Italy, tranquilty charming town\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    The 2nd of June is a holiday called \u003cem\u003eFesta Nazionale della Repubblica\u003c\/em\u003e. It just so happened to be the day I was painting a composition of my favorite fountain in Lucca -- in the \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePiazza San Salvatore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Many families were out and about and it was fun to watch people of all ages walk and bike to the fountain I was painting to refill their water bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Lucca_040601t.jpg?v=1594737669\" alt=\"boy playing with pigeons Lucca, Italy, tranquilty charming town\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Lucca_040601r.jpg?v=1594737706\" alt=\"social life sitting around Dolce far niente Lucca, Italy, tranquilty charming town\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     I laughed to myself as I overheard a tour guide confiding to her visitors that although the water from this particular fountain was believed to have wonderful healing powers, she was not so sure the benefits came from the water or from the fact that the people exercised every day while traveling to the fountain!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     One man remarked from behind me while he and his family watched me paint, \"\u003cem\u003eLa composizione è interessante!\u003c\/em\u003e\" (The composition is interesting!\")  Several others asked me about the kind of paint I was using. The people here were very warm and I enjoyed working among them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/fontana-di-lucca2.jpg?v=1594736312\" alt=\"Statue of a Woman at a fountain in Lucca inspired the oil painting of Kelly Borsheim\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy original sketch in acrylic on a pad of watercolor paper:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_FontanaDiLucca_OriginalAcrylicSketchFromLife_04Italya.jpg?v=1594737781\" alt=\"original sketch of Fontana di Lucca in acrylic on watercolor pad of paper\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e    Payments planned are often accepted, with no finance charge [ever].  You set the date and the amount you wish to pay each month. One-third [whenever you reach that point] is non-refundable.  However, if you change your mind about adding this work to your collection, then you may apply the deposit to any other available Borsheim artwork.  No risk!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Thanks so much for your interest and patronage.  You will love \u003cstrong\u003eLucca, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003cbr\u003ePeace,\u003cbr\u003eKelly Borsheim, artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35192958976149,"sku":"Fontana di Lucca Painting","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/fontana-di-lucca.jpg?v=1594737919"},{"product_id":"towards-siena-male-nude-figure-tuscan-landscape-and-sky","title":"Towards Siena Male Nude Figure Tuscan Landscape and Sky","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eTowards Siena\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil on board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 x 16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTowards Siena\u003c\/em\u003e by Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e        This original figure painting of the man looking away was done probably in the late 1990s at one of the many life drawing sessions in Austin, Texas.  It was not until 2009 that I discovered what to do with this painted sketch from a live modeling session. I cut the much larger board to make my desired composition, and another Italy-inspired painting was born!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e        I once pondered, \"While I was creating a landscape inspired by \u003cstrong\u003eSiena, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e, it occurred to me that I was probably subliminally influenced by a lot of traditional Italian portraits, including the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMona Lisa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Except that in this case, I have the subject of the portrait looking away from the viewer and towards the landscape. I wondered if some day after I am long gone, some critic will dig up this painting somewhere and claim that I was making some sort of statement or something. Maybe I should just proclaim right now that I had this very intent and be done with it! hahahah.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e            Payments planned are often accepted, with no finance charge [ever].  You set the date and the amount you wish to pay each month. One-third [whenever you reach that point] is non-refundable.  However, if you change your mind about adding this work to your collection, then you may apply the deposit to any other available Borsheim artwork.  No risk!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e            Thanks so much for your interest and patronage.  I hope that you, too, be see the magic in \u003cstrong\u003eSiena, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e        Peace,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e        Kelly Borsheim, artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35193117540501,"sku":"Towards Siena Painting","price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/web_Towards-Siena01_PaintingMaleNudeTuscanLandscape.jpg?v=1594738858"},{"product_id":"another-world-marrakesh-morocco-exhibition-pastel-art","title":"Another World Marrakesh Morocco Exhibition Pastel Art","description":"\n\u003c!-- Google tag (gtag.js) --\u003e\n\u003cscript async src=\"https:\/\/www.googletagmanager.com\/gtag\/js?id=GT-5R6NX7ZW\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n  window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];\n  function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}\n  gtag('js', new Date());\n\n  gtag('config', 'GT-5R6NX7ZW');\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePassages ~ Morocco:  An Art Exhibition by Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(all copyrights 2013-2014 reserved by the artist)\u003cbr\u003eA Collection of Eleven Artworks\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAnother World\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(Marrakesh, Morocco)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e46 x 64 cm (18 x 25 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel on Italian-made paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e©  Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     In Marrakesh, a young boy finds himself alone in his curiosity about the artist; his friends have run on ahead.  She is a lone woman wandering around his city.  He shyly runs ahead of her, and then waits for her to catch up, acting as if he is absolutely unaware of her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e           I feel grateful for a great many things, but mostly my ability, through you, to live my life and explore the world and our humanity through artistic eyes.  In 2012, I traveled to Morocco.  Alone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e           It was an adventure to be sure.  My favorite parts were the children playing in the streets or walking through the corridors.  They were charming, though, often smiling shyly at me before resuming their games.  And I did enjoy the light.  In the end, I am happy with my trip.  And I would like to present to you the first in the new art collection\/exhibition titled, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Passages - 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I met her while I was \u003ca title=\"Street Painting Book Italy\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/products\/book-my-life-as-a-street-painter-in-florence-italy\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estreet painting in Florence, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and asked her to sing at an art exhibit in which I had some work. I had not heard her sing, but how many people will say that they have performed more than once if they suck? I took a chance and got permission for her to do her thing ...and she was AMAZING! I do not know much about opera, but she definitely made everyone stop looking at art. Such a presence and what a lovely voice. Here, I painted her as Eve, the reluctant temptress [for who would willingly accept that job?].\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\" href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35246802108565,"sku":"Reluctant Temptress - Pastel Framed","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Singulart_ReluctantTemptressFramed_101211-Canon18_12x9in_PastelonBoard_Borsheim.jpg?v=1663364566"},{"product_id":"libri-riviste-e-fumetti-girl-reading-art","title":"Libri Riviste e Fumetti Girl Reading Art","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel on Pastelbord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 x 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from Norfolk, Virginia, ready to hang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLibri Riviste E Fumetti\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Back to memories of \u003cstrong\u003eFlorence, Italy: \u003c\/strong\u003e I knew that at some point I would paint Piazza Ciompi in Florence. There is a seemingly random-appearing raised platform of stone with square columns and repeating arches over it, right next to a flea market - antique shops that are more like sheds. This platform appears to have had no purpose other than marking one part of an edge of this mid-sized \u003cem\u003epiazza \u003c\/em\u003eor shelter from the rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    During one of my many walks past this structure, I noticed the light filtering into the city and between these square columns. To my delight, a young woman was enjoying a moment in the winter sun\u003cstrong\u003e reading her book\u003c\/strong\u003e while leaning against one of these columns. I stopped in my tracks and began to work out the painting in my mind. Later, as I got closer, I realized that she is a friend of mine! Even better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    This pastel painting (only a 9\" x 12\" on panel) is titled after the sign on the \"shed\" behind the reading girl. It says simply, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Libri, Riviste E Fumetti\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, Italian for \u003cstrong\u003e\"Books, Magazines, and Comic Books.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    ~ Kelly Borsheim \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eP.S.  In 2017 or 2018, the flea and antiques market in \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePiazza Ciompi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e was moved to \u003cem\u003ePiazza Annigoni\u003c\/em\u003e, not so far away.  \u003cem\u003ePiazza Ciompi\u003c\/em\u003e was then cleared of the sheds and asbestos and given a make-over, including some trees.  The little shops will not return, but the space is cleaner and will hopefully accommodate a livelier scene in the city center.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35249628709013,"sku":"Libri Riviste Fumetti Pastel","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Singulart_LibriRivisteEFumetti2_101208_Canon02_Pastel9x12onPastelBordcopy.jpg?v=1663254231"},{"product_id":"childhood-in-casignano-boy-running-in-italy-olive-grove","title":"Childhood in Casignano Boy Running in Italy Olive Grove","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel on UART paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 x 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eChildhood in Casignano\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Remember running as a child, just because you could? During the fall olive harvest, a boy runs through his family's olive grove in the hills of Tuscany, Italy, just outside of Florence.  This is the land and family I came to know and visit when I can.  I used to help with the olive harvest each year, but now, I have olive groves closer to my new home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright happy colors bring joy and good memories.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e~ Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 x 18 inches\u003cbr\u003ePastel on UART\u003cbr\u003eAcid-free Premium sanded paper\u003cbr\u003e© 2017 Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35251251314837,"sku":"Casignano Marco - Pastel orig","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/childhood-in-casignano-italy-olive-grove.jpg?v=1594998635"},{"product_id":"songbird-old-woman-listening","title":"Songbird Old Woman Listening","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel on Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11 x 17 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed with Museum Glass (non-reflective brand)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSongbird\u003c\/em\u003e - Original Pastel Painting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    I have (almost) always felt privileged when a person includes me in a personal part of her life. I am referring to those kinds of things that two people share in an often \u003cstrong\u003equiet moment\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as when viewing a powerful sunset or one-to-one learning situation. This pastel artwork is a painting that I did of my friend Hafiza in her home near Florence, Italy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    We were both sitting on Hafiza's bed talking, while she slowly gathered a warm blanket over her lap and legs. She had paused to formulate her thoughts before speaking and then, I saw her turn her head towards the window. She had heard a \u003cstrong\u003ebird singing\u003c\/strong\u003e outside for just a moment and I realized almost simultaneously that we had not heard any birds in a while and also that the light coming through the window and falling onto my friend was truly lovely. I asked her to stay still for a moment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    I am having a good time with pastels and enjoying the transitions areas, such as blending pinks and oranges into the folds of the curtain behind my friend, as well as the grey parts of her back-lit hair. In the second detail image, you can see the radiator and bed. Although I tend to work in a realistic style, I am trying to do this with fewer strokes. And I worked to depict the texture of fringe vs. the other soft parts of the blanket.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    Maybe you did not hear the bird's song, but I hope that I was able to depict a feeling on intimacy and peace, and maybe even sharing the joy of spending quiet time with a dear friend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    This painting was created in pastels on white sanded \u003cstrong\u003eWallis-brand Museum grade paper\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a thick strong paper and offers a subtle texture to the art. Like all of my pastel and charcoal artworks, this one has been treated with a fixative spray and will ship safely to your home or office.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     This artwork is framed and ready to hang.  Please inquire if she touches you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThank you,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKelly Borsheim, artist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35258520273045,"sku":"Songbird ~ Pastel","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/web_Songbird-pastel_LonelyOlderWoman.jpg?v=1595027964"},{"product_id":"carnevale-sunrise-venice-italy-costumed-couple-carnival-fat-tuesday","title":"Carnevale Sunrise Venice Italy Costumed Couple Carnival Fat Tuesday","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel on Pastelbord Panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 x 20 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed with Museum Glass (non-reflective brand)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCarnevale Sunrise\u003c\/em\u003e ~ Original Pastel Painting\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFRAMED with Museum Glass [trademark for a non-reflective glass]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Don't you just LOVE costumes?  Like art, costumes allow us to express our personalities in usual ways. The mysteries of a mask, the fantastically bright colors that one might not otherwise want to wear, and the shapes, oh, the shapes: how marvelous is life!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    But although I adore people in costume, I do not always love being surrounded by hoards of people. So, some years ago when I went to \u003cstrong\u003eVenice, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e, for the famous \u003cem\u003eCarnevale\u003c\/em\u003e festival, I took a train from Florence at 1 am and arrived in Venice before the sun came up. [Anyone who knows me can understand what an effort for me this was!]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    It was worth the effort. The city was vacant and silent. Walking along alleyways while following the many canals in such silence was almost spiritual. Signs of life began to emerge as the dark night slowly turned into a dark blue. Local merchants began moving in fresh fish and other goods with small dollies. No one greeted me or even looked my way - locals are used to tourists and no doubt relish these quiet moments to themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    The morning was cold as I stopped somewhere to slip my costume over my clothes. I found an old mirror or maybe it was only a reflective window somewhere near the fish market, and checked the fringe on my mask. Then I made my way down to the famous \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePiazza San Marco.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    The sun was rising. That is something I rarely get to see, so I made my way over to the water's edge. What a glorious sight! The skies. The sleeping \u003cstrong\u003egondolas\u003c\/strong\u003e. The waters of Venice. And the \u003cstrong\u003ecostumes\u003c\/strong\u003e were out. The figures moved in the most theatrical of ways. Such drama in the quiet morning!  Romance and intrigue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterested in prints?  Several sizes to choose from.  Go here:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/borsheimarts\/listing\/955086927\/colorful-venice-italy-painting-carnival\" title=\"fine art prints of various sizes offered for Carnevale Sunrise, a painting of Venice, Italy of a couple in costume with gondolas and Grand Canal in the background\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/borsheimarts\/listing\/955086927\/colorful-venice-italy-painting-carnival\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother work about Venice is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/collections\/charcoal-drawings\/products\/memories-of-venice-nude-woman-model-italy\" title=\"Memories of Venice Gondola Church landmarks of Venezia with nude woman drawing\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMemories of Venice\u003c\/em\u003e is here\u003c\/a\u003e.  Check it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35265263206549,"sku":"Carnevale Sunrise ~ Pastel Original Framed","price":1600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Carnevale-Sunrise1_PastelPaintingOfVeniceInCarnivalFatTuesday.jpg?v=1595072677"},{"product_id":"maria-portrait-study-of-young-spanish-woman-in-profile-art","title":"Maria Portrait Study of Young Spanish Woman in Profile Art","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePastel on Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 x 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, unframed\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I started \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/products\/book-my-life-as-a-street-painter-in-florence-italy\" title=\"Street Painting in Italy Book\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estreet painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in 2007, I began to play with color.  This portrait study I did of fellow art student Maria in Florence, Italy, is influenced a small way by my love of the blue hair with black hair in Wonder Woman comic books read when I was a child.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35268637950101,"sku":"Maria - Pastel Profile Sketch","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Maria_PastelPortraitOfYoungSpanishWomanInProfile.jpg?v=1595105561"},{"product_id":"katie-half-proof-white-face-on-black-paper-shape-exercise","title":"Katie - Half-Proof White Face on Black Paper Shape Exercise","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Pastel on Black Canson Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14 x 11 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, unframed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eKatie - Half Proof\u003c\/em\u003e Portrait\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© 2008-2010 Kelly Borsheim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    I never can answer the question \"How long did it take you to do this?\" But I suppose I can say that technically speaking (if you do not count years of training and drawing), this next work took me two years - to the date even. \u003cbr\u003e    On December 1, 2008, I did some \"negative shape\" drawing exercises from a model named Katie in Florence, Italy. Now, once the drawing is done, you may not be able to tell that I created it by drawing only the dark shapes, relating each non-touching dark shape to the next dark shape. But this is a very powerful exercise that helps me refine my observation and recording of shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Katie-HalfProof2008-2_WhitePastelOnBlackItalianPaper14x11.jpg?v=1595106614\" alt=\"Katie Half-Proof Negative Shape exercises Artist Training Woman Portrait white pastel on black paper\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal sketch 1 December 2008; Pastel art finished on 1 Dec 2010\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    I usually create these studies with pencil on drawing paper. In the image above, you can see that I did another drawing on the same sheet of paper, but in a different direction since the other drawing was of the entire figure and I needed the length of the paper. I do not always use my sketches to create derivative works, but sometimes I just enjoy the shapes or the lighting or the gesture and cannot get the images out of my mind. Such was the case Katie's face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    For a couple of years now I have been experimenting with pastels on black paper. And so it seemed natural for me to transfer my pencil drawing onto black paper and fill in the \u003cstrong\u003eNotan\u003c\/strong\u003e (white and black tones only) design with whites. Wow, what a change of effect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    ~ Kelly Borsheim\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35268764270741,"sku":"Katie Half-Proof ~ Pastel","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Katie-HalfProof2008_WhitePastelOnBlackItalianPaper14x11.jpg?v=1595107103"},{"product_id":"niccolo-da-uzzano-portrait-drawing-after-donatello","title":"Niccolò da Uzzano Portrait Drawing after Donatello","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal and Pastel on Gray Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 x 18 inches (64 x 46 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrints available, too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNiccolò da Uzzano, after Donatello\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     \u003cstrong\u003eRenaissance Florence, Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e, was the center of banking, ruled by the \u003cstrong\u003eMedici family\u003c\/strong\u003e of bankers. \u003cstrong\u003eNiccolo' da Uzzano\u003c\/strong\u003e was a Florentine political figure who protected the famous Medici. He commissioned fresco and paintings and tried to keep the peace between rival parties. A terra-cotta bust of him from around 1430-1432 is attributed to the great sculptor \u003cstrong\u003eDonatello\u003c\/strong\u003e. Today, the original artwork resides in the \u003cstrong\u003eBargello National Sculpture Museum\u003c\/strong\u003e in Florence, Italy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e      I created this portrait of the man I was told was the banker of the \u003cem\u003eMedici\u003c\/em\u003es using a plaster cast as my model. I drew with charcoal on a grey Italian paper, and then added white pastel for the lighter areas. This finished drawing represents months of work, minimum 3 hours per day: An elegant portrait that I hope \u003cstrong\u003eto inspire businessmen, students, and art lovers alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Niccolo-da-Uzzano3_OriginalCeramicPortraitSculptureByDonatello.jpg?v=1595250250\" alt=\"Original Sculpture Ceramic Portrait of Niccolò da Uzzano in the Bargello Museum in Florence Italy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove is an image of the original artwork.  Looking at this image, one must wonder if the \u003cem\u003egesso\u003c\/em\u003e (plaster cast) was made incorrectly.  The head appears to be bent back in a more expressive way in Donatello's sculpture.  This sculpture stands out in the fabulous collection of the Bargello National Sculpture Museum on Via Ghibellina in Florence and is one of Kelly's favorites.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e           The \u003cstrong\u003esight-size method of drawing\u003c\/strong\u003e was used (more about that below).  This is my first drawing using white pastel on a grey paper (previous drawing were done with light paper using only charcoal to darken tones).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Sight-Size Drawing Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePortrait of Niccolò da Uzzano\" (After Donatello) ~ Sight-Size Portrait Art\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Sight-Size drawing method - line up the plaster cast model portrait bust (right) to the charcoal and pastel drawing on the left.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Singulart_Borsheim_NiccoloDaUzzano_081122-4_480x480.jpg?v=1645376048\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Niccolo-da-Uzzano4WIP_CharcoalPortraitDrawing.jpg?v=1595250419\" alt=\"Sight Size Method of Drawing Niccolò da Uzzano, after Donatello Charcoal with Pastel Art Portrait\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Portrait of Niccolò da Uzzano\" (After Donatello) - Sight-Size Portrait Art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Some of the basic concepts of the sight-size method of drawing are described on the page exhibiting Kelly's Écorché ~ The Archer.  In this first image, you can see that the larger and more significant shapes of light and dark have been determined and the one averaged dark tone has been drawn onto the grey paper.  More dark will be added, as well as some dark areas being lightened.  But this is how it starts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     In order to maximize the full tonal range possible in the media used, one must establish the darkest dark and the whitest white.  Here whites are added with Rembrandt-brand pastel.  Grey Italian paper that will be seen without pastel or charcoal in just the right tonal places.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Niccolo-da-Uzzano5WIP_CharcoalPortraitDrawing.jpg?v=1595250978\" alt=\"White Pastel added to gray paper to maximize tonal range in Portrait Drawing\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     Although this setup may look simple, it takes a long time to secure the type of lighting desired.  The \u003cem\u003egesso\u003c\/em\u003e (plaster cast) is almost solid white.  So there are quite a lot of possible lighting effects one can achieve.  That is also a reason that one does not change the setup at all once you get past a certain early stage of the shape drawing.  The lighting greatly determines the shapes of the light and the dark regions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI love this drawing and it was a turning point for me, yet also felt as if I were coming home.  My first real art love was black and white photography.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35289627918485,"sku":"Niccolò da Uzzano ~ Charcoal","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Niccolo-da-Uzzano_CharcoalPortraitDrawing.jpg?v=1595251226"},{"product_id":"anthony-charcoal-drawing-portrait-of-young-man","title":"Anthony Charcoal Drawing Portrait of Young Man","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal on Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 x 9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, Framed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAnthony\u003c\/em\u003e Portrait Of a Young Man\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFebruary 2008:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     As I may have mentioned before, I feel weak in the area of portraiture and want to improve this. Several of my artists friends and I model for each other to help us in our drawing of faces. Anthony (pronounced “Ant – ton- ee”) was the latest sitter. Here you will see my finished drawing in charcoal, as well as steps in the process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     It should be apparent that after my initial drawing on the Roma paper, my shapes are wrong. I try to correct them in the outline stage because it is much easier to move a line than an area of tone. But once I have my tonal drawing, my errors become more evident.\u003cbr\u003e     In this case, I felt that I had a decent likeness in line, but once I filled in the shapes with \u003cem\u003ecarboncino \u003c\/em\u003e(Italian for 'charcoal'), I lost something. But redrawing is an intellectual pleasure!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Anthony3WIP_CharcoalPortraitDrawingOfYoungMan.jpg?v=1595276853\" alt=\"Creating the design by making shape outlines Anthony Portrait Art\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/Anthony4WIP_CharcoalPortraitDrawingOfYoungMan.jpg?v=1595276933\" alt=\"Notan Design filling in the Dark Shapes Work-in-progress of Portrait of Art Student Anthony\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     I hope you enjoy this portrait. This one took me about 6 hours to accomplish, for those interested in such things. Of course, this does not take into account how much training I have been doing to be able to create a drawing! One foot in front of the other . . .\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other framed portrait is in pencil of a US professor and art student in Florence, Italy:  Harry.  Also available, framed.  Same price.  Just ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e     This portrait drawing of young \u003cstrong\u003eAnthony\u003c\/strong\u003e is available framed, as you see above and ships from Norfolk, Virginia, USA. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35291070496917,"sku":"Anthony ~ Charcoal Portrait","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Anthony_CharcoalPortraitDrawingOfYoungMan.jpg?v=1595254396"},{"product_id":"ecorche-the-archer-drawing-of-a-sculpture","title":"Écorché The Archer Drawing of a Sculpture","description":"\u003c!-- Google tag (gtag.js) --\u003e\n\u003cscript async src=\"https:\/\/www.googletagmanager.com\/gtag\/js?id=GT-5R6NX7ZW\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\n  window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || [];\n  function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);}\n  gtag('js', new Date());\n\n  gtag('config', 'GT-5R6NX7ZW');\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal and black pastel on white Firenze-brand Italian Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e64 x 46 cm (25 x 18 inches)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable, prints too, by special order\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjKu6GEyLT2AhXug_0HHYWkBNsQ3B0oAXoECBUQCw\" data-attrid=\"title\" data-local-attribute=\"d3bn\" class=\"qrShPb kno-ecr-pt PZPZlf q8U8x\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eÉcorché\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e ~ The Archer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjKu6GEyLT2AhXug_0HHYWkBNsQ3B0oAXoECBUQCw\" data-attrid=\"title\" data-local-attribute=\"d3bn\" class=\"qrShPb kno-ecr-pt PZPZlf q8U8x\"\u003eCharcoal Drawing by Kelly Borsheim,\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Making of the Original Charcoal Drawing \"Écorché -- The Archer\":\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    An Écorché is an artist's tool, basically a plaster human figure without the skin. It is used to study the musculature and anatomy of the human form. Artist Kelly Borsheim used the sight-size method to create the drawing shown on this page of an archer Écorché. This drawing was created on white Firenze-brand paper. There is no white added to this charcoal drawing; the lightest areas are the pure paper showing through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     Great wall art decor for professional offices, such as for medical staff, doctors, sports professionals, or artists.  Anyone interested in human anatomy or even archery, will enjoy this black and white original drawing of charcoal on white paper.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    In the sight-size method, the composition is set up and the easel is placed next to the object(s), usually aligned in the center or 2\/3 of the center of the object. The easel is turned so that it faces exactly perpendicular to the artist's line of vision when in the viewing spot. The artist observes both subject and \"canvas\" from a specific viewing point (usually some distance away), then walks up to the drawing board to make her mark. Then she turns around and returns to the viewing point to determine if the mark was accurate. If not, she will approach the drawing and make a more correct mark, repeating as necessary. There is a lot of walking or pacing back and forth in the Sight-Size Method of Drawing. Healthy art ;-)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"precise drawing done of scrap paper before transferring over to the real paper for the final drawing on white paper.  That way the erased markings do not damage the paper of the final artwork.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_Ecorche_blog_080115_03.jpg?v=1646682640\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/web_Ecorche_blog_080115_03.jpg?v=1646682640\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe precise drawing is figured out and done on scrap paper before transferring over to the real paper for the final drawing on white paper.  That way the erased markings do not damage the paper of the final artwork.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    In this case, the plaster sculpture of the archer is larger than the paper for the drawing. So, in order to use the sight-size method, the drawing board had to be placed forward enough in front of the model so that from the viewing distance (about two meters) the model and the drawing appear to be the same size. First the height is drawn, then the bottom is determined. Sides, and so on, until the outline of the figure has been drawn to match the model's shape and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/0801news_ecorche.jpg?v=1646683465\" alt=\"the dark scribbles outside of the figure outline helps the artist see the silhouette shapes easier than a line drawing can do.\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/files\/0801news_ecorche.jpg?v=1646683465\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAfter refining the line drawing, some tone is added to help the artist correct the shapes in the figure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    The charcoal drawing cannot possibly have the full range of tone as compared to what our eye can see in the original. However, some of the art tricks we use allow the viewers to not think about these things. In a similar way that a sculptor compresses the form to create a bas-relief sculpture, so the two-dimensional artist compresses the tone to match the possible range of the drawing materials used.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    Note how controlled the lighting is. If a window in the room (or even, in some cases, the next room) is changed to alter the light in the room (opening a shutter for example), all is lost. In color painting, even wearing bright clothing or moving bright objects in the room will affect the light\/color in the artwork! Also, even something as seemingly simple as the height of the artist's shoes must stay the same. Otherwise, one corrects the work from days before, only to feel incredibly frustrated to realize that all the changes are wrong, once the original pair of shoes is worn again in the studio.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    Yes, it is quite an exacting process. However, this trains the hand, eye, brain communication triangle like no other exercise!\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e    After removing the drawing from the setup, Kelly added some final touches before photographing her artwork. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e     Prints are available.  Please message the studio in the link below to give desired size measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35297070678165,"sku":"Ecorché Archer ~ Charcoal Drawing","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/EtsyPR_Ecorche_5_CMYK300ppi10Inches_CharcoalPastelDrawing_25x18in_BorsheimKelly.jpg?v=1646683991"},{"product_id":"ear-cast-academy-art-school-study-charcoal-drawing","title":"Ear Cast Academy Art School Study Charcoal Drawing","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal on Roma-brand Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 x 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEar Cast \u003c\/em\u003e~ Art Academy Study\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharcoal Drawing by Kelly Borsheim,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you see the DUCK?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35297235665045,"sku":"Ear Cast ~  Charcoal Drawing","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Ear-Cast_CharcoalDrawingAcademicArtStudy.jpg?v=1595278921"},{"product_id":"attitude-charcoal-drawing-of-belly-dancer-woman-art","title":"z SOLD ~ Attitude ~ Charcoal Drawing of Belly Dancer Woman Art","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharcoal and Pastel on Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 x 16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSOLD, Private Collection, Indianapolis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eAttitude\u003c\/em\u003e ~ Charcoal Figure Drawing by Kelly Borsheim \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel=Alexis in Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you would like PRINTS of this artwork, please visit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/786537821\/belly-dancer-woman-dance-attitude\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Attitude buy PRINTS of Sold Charcoal Drawing Woman Belly Dancer\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/786537821\/belly-dancer-woman-dance-attitude\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/borsheim-arts.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Borsheim Arts Studio\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact The Artist About This Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Borsheim Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35297562034325,"sku":"Attitude ~ Charcoal Drawing","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/6318\/0693\/products\/Attitude_BellyDancerCharcoalDrawingOfWomanAlexis.jpg?v=1595280680"}],"url":"https:\/\/borsheimarts.com\/it\/collections\/figure-animal-art.oembed?page=4","provider":"Borsheim Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}