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by Melinda Dare Benfield
$32.00
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Watercolor and watercolor marker version of my pen and ink Trojan Horse as part of my Cultural Zoo series. The idea behind my Cultural Zoo series is... more
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Watercolor and watercolor marker version of my pen and ink Trojan Horse as part of my Cultural Zoo series. The idea behind my Cultural Zoo series is to apply some of a Culture's features of style and pattern to a noted animal from that culture but do it in a way that is uniquely me. In this case, I took the ancient Greek form for a horse as a starting shape, allowed myself to break it down into shapes based roughly on horse musculature, then added patterns drawn from Greek culture to create a composition. I further contrasted "peaceful" or "friendly" colors against the Trojan Horse which is an icon of cleverness in war and a warning parable about who/what to trust. I hope this will eventually find a home decorating some lucky child's bedroom.
My passion for art came naturally from both sides of my family tree. However, most of my early inspiration and training came from my father who was gifted in many media. I also acquired a keen interest in history, anthropology, archaeology, and nature from my father. For me, art is a way of exploring the wide and diverse world and expressing myself within it. As a result, I work with a variety of media in a diverse number of styles, often simultaneously. Unfortunately, my curiosity and diverse interests often means that many pieces of art get left incomplete...or that I end up finishing pieces years after I began them. It also means that I have a tendency to dabble in experimental methods, materials, or subjects...
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Joe Vella
Marvellous work of art.
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you, Ramon.
Ramon Martinez
Creative and beautiful artwork, Melinda! F
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you so much Rainbow Artist!
Rainbow Artist Orlando L
The concept and execution of this Culture Zoo series is wonderful and brilliant Melinda!! the flavor of Greek is all over this awesome artwork. fabulous details and motifs. i really love it!! L/F
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you Bunny.
Bunny Clarke
This is so gorgeous! Love everything about this piece.
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you for the feature in the Myth, Magic, and Spirituality Group.
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you for the feedback Laurie.
Laurie Search
This is such fantastic work, Melinda!!! Really beautiful!!! :)))vf
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you ever so much for your generous comment Henryk.
Henryk Gorecki
A wonderful colorful Trojan Horse and excellent illustration for the Iliad!Homer would be delighted,fantastic artwork,Melinda!-L/F
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you Phyllis!
Phyllis Kaltenbach
Delightful, Melinda1 V/F
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you so much Genevierve and Ana Maria.
Genevieve Esson
Beautiful artwork Melinda!!! Love the intricate designs and fantasy aspect! v/f
ANA MARIA EDULESCU
Marvelous work, Melinda. Gorgeous details. f,l
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you so very much VIVA and Melly.
VIVA Anderson
Love your Cultural Zoo series, this especially..........f.v.......VIVA
Melly Terpening
This is gorgeous work, Melinda. FL
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you so much Bunny.
Bunny Clarke
Gorgeous design and creation. Love this.
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you for the feature in Fantasy Art for Home and Office group.
Melinda Dare Benfield
Thank you so much Hartmut and Pamela.
ARTography by Pamela Smale Williams
Adorable & thoroughly imaginative Melinda! Nursery art plus! Congratulations on your feature! (Visit from Fantasy group) ...V/ fav/ Pamela:)