What is it? "Bokeh" is a Japanese word that refers to the way that a lens renders points of light that are out of focus. In Japanese, the word means "blur" or "haze." You've probably seen a lot of images with bokeh in them, even if you weren't familiar … [Read more...]
Jeremy Mann’s New Book!
Jeremy Mann is a world renowned artist and one of our most sought-after painters. 2016 has been a big year for him; in addition to a documentary about his life and work being released this year, we are thrilled to announce that Jeremy has also had another … [Read more...]
Technique Tuesdays: Jeremy Mann Cityscape Compositions
Welcome back to Technique Tuesdays! First of all, on behalf of all of us at the gallery, allow me to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who attended this past weekend's opening for Jeremy Mann's exhibition, as well as the live painting … [Read more...]
Technique Tuesday: Studies
What is it? In regards to art, a study is something that is drawn, painted, or sculpted as preparation for a larger or more finished piece. It may sound pretty similar to a "sketch," but there is a difference. Sketches allow the artist to plot out in … [Read more...]
Technique Tuesday: Painting from Photos
Happy Tuesday! Today's post is part one of a mini-series of posts looking at the different methods artists use for reference when they're working on a painting. Essentially, there are 5 ways an artist might paint: 1. From life (this applies to both … [Read more...]
Technique Tuesdays: Tenebrism
Remember the Technique Tuesday post where we took a look at chiaroscuro? Today's post is going to take a look at a very cool technique, closely related to chiaroscuro: tenebrism. What is it? Tenebrism, like chiaroscuro, is all about the use of … [Read more...]
Arnot Art Museum’s 8th Annual Invitational: Re-Presenting Representation
Principle Gallery is thrilled to announce our participation with the Arnot Art Museum in Elmira, New York as they hold their annual Realism Invitational, "Re-Presenting Representation."A well-established fine art institution, the Arnot Art Museum … [Read more...]
Four New Manns
Jeremy Mann never ceases to surprise and excite us with his paintings. We recently received four new pieces -- all extremely fresh in their blend of Jeremy's traditional training with his own innovative painting techniques and vision. We can't get … [Read more...]
