Paintings by Katherine Maniscalco "Elegant Bather," oil on canvas "The value of my work exceeds that of just the painting — it is an investment in an Old World tradition." Through continued classical atelier training, (atelier is a French word meaning workshop) I have learned to respect and honor the history of master picture making. Classical ateliers began to emerge in Italy in the 1500s where lineage is traced from master artist to student, who in turn becomes a master artist and trains another. Through my study at The Atelier in Minneapolis (formerly known as Atelier Lack), I can trace lineage directly back to Jacques-Louis David, (b. 1748 Paris, d. 1825 Brussels, Belgium) the court painter for Napoleon Bonaparte of France. I enjoy the analysis of the key ratios comprising a pleasing composition. Vitality of realistic synergies, impressionistic color and the unique essence of my subject are my primary interests. At the present time I can work with you in two ways. You may purchase a completed painting directly from me or you can commission me to create a painting for you. Commissions include still life paintings, slice-of-life story paintings, and portrait paintings. Pricing ranges between $500 - $5000 depending on size and complexity of the painting. Through gentle questioning and guidance into my client's hopes and wishes for the commissioned piece, I am able to begin weaving together the vision. Preliminary sketches will be produced and reviewed with my client prior to moving forward with the painting. I will respect my client's requirements in terms of compositional matter and budget. "Creative expression is the foundation of successful communication in all aspects of my life, work and art." If you have any questions about the commission process or about purchasing my available work, please feel free to send me an email. |
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