Ron Louque

It is quite easy to create a mediocre realistic painting, but to create a very fine one is an extremely difficult task... RL

As an artist and student of nature, I paint primarily from a realist's standpoint, but I think the best " realistic art" is a combination of both graphic reality and effect.   This blend enables the artist to go beyond a literal representation of a subject, thereby creating a feeling, as well as realism in the work.   The artistic use of light, atmosphere, mood, dimension, edges,  focus and composition all contribute to the effect of the painting,  but the ability to orchestrate those elements properly is the most important principle of art .. it is called the concept. That ability is developed over time, through observation, study, experience, and maturation, and  it is fueled by passion.   With all of the above artistic elements working together, the end product is a painting that speaks to the viewer in a way that stimulates  an intellectual as well as an emotional response.  Life is governed by facts and emotions. Each of us are unique as artists, and we each have our individual ideas, preferences, tastes, interests and goals that cause us to paint the way we do.                                                      Ron Louque

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