Distance to View P08766-P00099 It is made with pigmented

It is made with pigmented inks on museum quality

sunny colors of red

made from welded stainless steel and featuring delightful polymer clay accents

This image is part of the artist's ongoing "Floraphilia" project

The interplay of these elements creates a harmonious yet lively visual experience

Distance to View P08766-P00099 It is made with pigmentedThis oil pastel was created on heavy cold pressed watercolor paper. The image depicts a landscape on the bluff overlooking the dramatic Mississippi River Basin. Maakestad's interest was in the color pallet that evolved after sunset just occurred. Often colors are intensified at this time of day. Museum matted. Edge of art is underneath the mat and paper is held down by mat to avoid buckling. The frame is clear finished maple with glass.