Chirascuro Lily Still Life

This painting is in excellent condition and has only been displayed in a gallery setting. Original oil by Spanish artist Leon Olmo. This painting is available unframed and the board size measures 31x23 inches. Olmo is a self-taught painter, reaching the status as one of Seville?s most talented artists through strict perseverence in drawing and painting. Working until complete exhaustion, Olmo attempts to capture all of himself with every image he creates. For Olmo, neatness and cleanliness go hand in hand when creating a work of art. Though he denies traditional academicism, Olmo does utilize a methodical approach in each painting that begins with strict preparation of the fibrapan board upon which he paints. Beginning with a primer composed of calcium sulfate and glue, he sands the board?s surface until smooth. This regimented routine is in accord with Olmo?s insistence of maintaining neatness and cleanliness for he has rejected the use of canvas where any imperfection is not up to standard. The recreation of natural elements in his paintings is to remind the observer of humanity?s material nature. Olmo?s dreamlike masterpieces contain human warmth that has an unsurpassable way of working their way into the hearts and minds of his collectors. His paintings have been displayed in numerous exhibitions and gallery shows throughout Europe, the United States, Australia, Singapore, and Taiwan.