{"product_id":"odd-fellows-diptych-11-x-17-inches-acrylic-on-paper","title":"Odd Fellows- Diptych 11 x 17 inches - Acrylic on Paper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOdd Fellows\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiptych 11 x 17 inches (Two panels 11 x 8.5 inches) \u003cbr\u003eAcrylic on Paper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComes matted and framed separately to 11\" x 14\". Install them side by side.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI began with bright green, bright yellow, and magenta to create this piece. The subject emerged as I painted spontaneously, using the colors I had selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expression in this diptych was so different from anything I had done before. I did not like them immediately after creating them. They hung on the wall for a week before I could work on them again. And I grew to love them because they are so different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color palette was bright. Wanting to keep their bold essence, I worked to lessen the bright color palette. I used a palette knife to add texture and tone down the bright green at the top of the work. I painted glazes of less saturated colors over the bright colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though this piece is so different from my other work, I rarely paint figures; it fits because of its bold use of color and inclusion of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story behind the two pieces emerged with two unique, unknown heroes. They are powerful within themselves to conquer whatever life throws their way. They are resilient, remaining bright through it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI ask the viewer to pay attention to the figures. They maintain their appearance even if it means facing judgment. Their strange appearance led me to name them “Odd Fellows,” although I sensed their kind intentions. I discovered that there is a benevolent and fraternal secret society called Odd Fellows, founded in England in the 18th century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI also ask the viewer to take time to contemplate this piece. What meaning might it hold for you? What, if any, judgments accompany it?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mary Rush Artist - Wildfeather Fine Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54535113933113,"sku":null,"price":810.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/1852\/6265\/files\/web-SCAN-Diptych.jpg?v=1790218030","url":"https:\/\/wildfeatherfineart.com\/products\/odd-fellows-diptych-11-x-17-inches-acrylic-on-paper","provider":"Mary Rush Artist - Wildfeather Fine Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}