SEPARATED AT BIRTH

Earlier this year, a Denver collector commissioned a “diptych” (two matching paintings from the same scene) to hang on either side of another large painting of mine. Because the existing painting is a western image, naturally they wanted the same theme. 

Like most commissions, we discussed different options before deciding on a concept. To obtain the right reference material, my great western photographer friend Kirk Prescott staged a photo shoot for me (through the bitter cold of an icy river). Fortunately the client approved the photo reference and I received the green light to proceed.

For a moment I considered painting two separate pieces, however, in order to maintain the same palette, style and consistency, I decided to paint one painting then cut it in half (re “separated at birth”), re stretch and frame. For me, this was an intriguing strategy since I had never done this before (and the first time I actually signed one painting twice!).

It all worked out. Im proud of the painting(s), the clients received the crate on Monday and they’re very pleased (a happy customer is always my primary concern and ultimate “payment”).

A very fun assignment!

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The original 42X48” oil painting “Cold Crossing” by www.PaulVanGinkel.com (looks a bit like "social distancing"!) 

Framer Jarvis Hall Gallery cutting the painting in half(!)

The Denver arrival on schedule by shipper https://atsworld.ca

New home. “Cold Crossing #1” and “Cold Crossing #2” between my 49X92” (framed size) painting “Off the Beaten Path"