Gail Williams
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Contact Artist for Inquiries: gail71e@gmail.com
- Mellow Melons 18x24,Oil on Board. Price:$500
- Karma is Thirsty 18 x 36 Oil on Canvas
- Lobster Feast 14 x 18 Oil on Panel Price: $650
- Manuella's Tuscany 12 x 16 Oil on Panel $400
- Teddy. Oil on Canvas 35 x 48 Price: $950
- Namaste Yoga on Beach 24 x 36 Oil on Canvas $550
- Catuvated! Oil on Panel 16 x 20 Price: $400
- Urban Mother Oil on Canvas 36 x36 Price: $750
- Pomegranate Water. 11 x14 Oil on Canvas $400
- Bag of Apples 12 x16 Oil on Panel $350
Artist Statement
My work reflects my enthusiasm for portraying all facets of life on canvas or paper. Be it through the realism of a still life painting or the whimsical portrayal of figures, I demonstrate my sensitivity and serenity as well as my love of diversity and the human figure through my work. It is my mission and desire to inspire those who view my work with feelings of compassion, joy, and love.
My artwork looks at figures who in the world and the environment. Figures in motion or the rendering of an emotional movement. Often referencing the daily life of just “hanging out” and regular day to day activities. While painting, I love to explore relationships between people, the relationship with the environment as well as the relationship with oneself, as depicted in Misty Blue.
My references may come from walking about the city or on vacation observing the local lifestyle. I love the human figure, I love people, I love people in action, especially people of color. In this work, some paintings focus the beauty of women who are pregnant. Showcasing their strength and grace. Drawing on the pride women possess today when carrying a baby as well as drawing on their sensuality and sassiness.
My signature and point of view are my use of brilliant and vibrant colors, my placement of light, and shadow, as well as my use of highlights. I believe it adds strength and makes for a solid expression of both still life and figurative paintings. Before any composition, I consider the element of push and pull, light and dark, as well as interpreting on canvas, objects near and far.
Gail Elizabeth Williams, painter of contemporary realism was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Gail always had an affinity for the arts but devoted her time to more scholastic pursuits. She received a law degree in 1983 and started practicing law thereafter. However, upon the tragic death of her mother in 1993, Gail returned to artistic expression to comfort her feeling of loss. Subsequently, Gail decided to seriously pursue the formal study of painting and drawing. She studied with many well-known artists both privately and at the Arts Students League. Her instructors were accomplished artists, authors and modern-day masters which included, Gregg Kreutz, David Leffel, Frank Acurri and Mctavish Kaplan. Her mediums are oil and pastel owing to their richness and depth, often rendered on Linen, Canvas, and Pastel Paper.
Gail has shown her work at various private venues in New York, as well as juried competitions. In 1998 she received Honorable Mention with Arts in to Action, The Gallery at the George Washington Bridge in New York City and Second place for Hudson Arts Guild in New Jersey. Further, Gail has shown her work at many other venues throughout New York. Since her first showing in 1997, Gail’s art has gathered momentum, as she continues to add to her myriad collection. Patrons fascinated with her colorful palate and her unique interpretations of figures and still life’s have purchased original works both locally and internationally.
Gail has shown her work at various private venues in New York, as well as juried competitions. In 1998 she received Honorable Mention with Arts in to Action, The Gallery at the George Washington Bridge in New York City and Second place for Hudson Arts Guild in New Jersey. Further, Gail has shown her work at many other venues throughout New York. Since her first showing in 1997, Gail’s art has gathered momentum, as she continues to add to her myriad collection. Patrons fascinated with her colorful palate and her unique interpretations of figures and still life’s have purchased original works both locally and internationally.