A Salute to the Sky Hand-Embellished Giclee on Canvas by Manuel Hernandez
A Salute to the Sky by Manuel Hernandez is a hand-embellished giclee on canvas. Dimensions: 20 X 30. Edition size: Limited Edition of 195. item# CESALUTE
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Manuel Hernandez is a contemporary realist artist whose figurative paintings explore deep emotional portraiture and human connection. His expressive portraits combine traditional realism with modern artistic elements, capturing the raw emotions and complexities of the human experience. Hernandez's work delves into themes of cultural identity and personal stories, bringing each subject to life through vivid colors, textures, and a powerful sense of narrative. Using mixed media art, he adds layers of depth and meaning to his pieces, creating portraits that evoke strong emotional responses. Hernandez's portrait painting and figurative art embody the essence of storytelling through art, inviting viewers to engage with the intricate emotions and stories woven into each piece.
A Salute to the Sky Hand-Embellished Giclee on Canvas - CESALUTE
NOTES: You are witnessing a master illustrator at work in this piece by Manny Hernandez. Recently, when the original for this limited edition was premiered at a gallery, a member of the audience asked Mr. Hernandez how long it took him to paint it, to which he replied, "About sixty years." This is because, you see, a painting like this is truly the culmination of a life's work focused on precise detail, expert attention to composition, and the patience required to realize, and push the boundaries of both..
A Salute to the Sky Hand-Embellished Giclee on Canvas by Manuel Hernandez is signed by the artist and comes with a certificate of authenticity.
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Manuel Hernandez bio
Brilliantly composed and filled with vibrant color, the paintings of Manuel Hernandez are a feast for the eyes. Reflecting the mastery and energy of some of the finest artists to ever fill the pages of Disney history, Hernandez s work captures the magic and essence of this timeless artistic tradition and moves it reverently into the twenty-first century. Manuel s meticulous attention to detail is the hallmark to his paintings. Traditionally trained, Manuel Hernandez, a Southern California native was originally inspired and influenced by the contemporary illustrative works of J.C. Leyendecker, Dean Cornwell and Norman Rockwell. Having studied and apprenticed as an illustrator, Manuel Hernandez developed his skills with pen and brush to a level of mastery that would come to satisfy even the most discerning eye of some of the more critical Disney art traditionalists. When asked to contribute his artistic interpretation of the Walt Disney legend Hernandez set about to create a fresh perspective utilizing a modern Americana theme made famous by his early illustrative influences. Armed with many years of study and an equally demanding self-drive for perfectionism, Hernandez incorporated the powerful style of Muralist Diego Rivera, which when blended with his illustrative technique helped to create the unique and passionate artwork he would become famous for.