I have always been very fascinated by these beautiful Russian dolls, so I decided to develop this into a dynamic scene where the Matryoshkas are taken apart and placed next to each other.
Each stroke, color choice and technique reflects the artist's individual expression, setting the painting apart.
All original works are conventionally hand-painted: nothing is digital or printed.
The paintings are constructed in many layers of acrylic paint. This layering in combination with the use of flat brushes creates beautiful and characteristic touches, allowing the painting to be viewed and interpreted in different ways. It contributes to the visual richness and complexity of the work.
No black is used in the paintings. Without black everything is less harsh and looks calmer. The acrylic paint dries matt and is therefore easier on the eye, allowing all details to be fully appreciated.
The colors are specially mixed for each painting and although this is often time-consuming, it is all about the end result.
For original works of art I would like to refer you to my website: www.joshoppenbrouwers.com
Jos Hoppenbrouwers (1982, Someren) is a contemporary artist based in the Netherlands with a graffiti and graphic background.
He spent most of his youth drawing and painting, as befits a true self-taught artist. All this with a healthy dose of curiosity about everything that has shape and color. During..
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