Thursday, April 1, 2010

Country #12: PAPAU NEW GUINEA "Huli Wigman" 5x7



"Huli Wigman"
Oil on Masonite Panel
5" x 7"
2010

Country #12: Papua New Guinea

Huli Wigman, Batman! These Wigmen from Papua New Guinea are known for their elaborate makeup and, of course, wigs. Each Wigman creates his own get-up and it takes hours to assemble the visual creation before important events. This particular Huli Wigman has used an image of a local Bird of Paradise in the front/center of his headdress.

SOLD


Country #11: FRANCE "Celtic Maiden" 5x7

"Celtic Maiden"
Oil on Masonite Panel
5" x 7"
2010

Country #11: France

The Breton culture in the northwest of the country is home to some of the oldest traditions in Europe. This graceful woman from the town of Quimper shows off the beauty of that culture while wearing the old Celtic costumes of centuries past.

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Country #10: UKRAINE "A Glance Back" 5x7

"A Glance Back"
Oil on Masonite Panel
5" x 7"
2010

Country #10: UKRAINE

Some images are worth a thousand words, and I think this one qualifies. The strong light and dark concept has design, the rich color gives mood, and the rest is in the girl's expression.

SOLD

Country #9: CZECH REPUBLIC "All Aglow" 5x7

"All Aglow"
Oil on Masonite Panel
5" x 7"
2010

Country #9: Czech Republic

This radiant strawberry-blonde child from the Czech
Republic looks like she belongs in an old European
Cuckoo Clock! The angelic face and flowered dress
inspired a colorful and brightly lit painting to dazzle the
eye and soul. Czech, please!

SOLD