4 Oct 2015

Plein Air Nocturne: View to Wedel

by Astrid | 3

View to Wedel, 20×30 cm, Oil, Linen mounted on board
© 2015, Astrid Volquardsen

ab dem 15.10.2015 im Reepschlägerhaus in Wedel/Hamburg

Before the big rain showers will set in this autumn I took the opportunity to have another nocturne in nice weather conditions. Again I started with the painting at dawn so when it turns really dark I can stop the painting. This time I had no additional source of light than my torch. It’s really tricky.

3 Responses

Margaret Bradburn

5th, October 2015 - 04:47 AM |

You and your artwork are amazing! I admire your talent and work ethic.
- Astrid
  
  5th, October 2015 - 07:37 AM |
  
  Hi Margaret,
  thanks for your kind words.
Hans

5th, October 2015 - 04:14 PM |

Hallo Frau Volquardsen,
Fantastisch GUUUT diese »Dämmerungsbilder« ob neuerdings in Öl oder in Pastell.
Wobei ich der Meinung bin………Pastelle sind und bleiben meine Favoriten
Gruß Hans

About me

I am fascinated by the light conditions of the countryside, particularly in Northern Germany. I grew up in Hamburg so I am used to the rugged countryside and sometimes bleak weather and light conditions. The light in northern country landscapes is very special and it is indescribably beautiful. It touches my soul and opens up my heart when I visit the coast and feel the elemental force of the sea.
As opposed to my seascapes, I am very interested in the closely cropped views of the harbor and its endless diversity of shapes and colors.

With pastel painting l have found the ideal medium to artistically and creatively transform these special conditions of illumination. I love to spread pigment on paper without anything else in between.
Pastel paintings come alive when you put different layers of colour on the canvas. This is a great artistic stimulus for me. Which combination of colour pigments can be used to achieve precisely the effect of light and shade that I want? During the artistic process, layers of colour are continually built up and removed until the light situation has been captured and the picture can unfold its unique illuminating power.

3 Responses

Margaret Bradburn

Astrid

Hans