"Preparing For The Flood" Watercolor Engraving
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Texas US, 1968- )
Title: Preparing For The Flood
Medium: Watercolor over antique engraving
Size of Original: 8-1/2” x 11” (22cm x 28cm), image area 7-1/2” x 9-1/2” (19cm x 24cm)
Date: 2013-2016
“Preparing For The Flood”, by Kevin Pawlowski, is a watercolor painting over an antique etching by Gustave Doré. The painting is a dramatic depiction of Noah and family building the massive ark as the storm clouds build in the distance.
The etching was removed from an antique book, and watercolor was applied over the image. Museum-quality giclée reproductions are available for purchase. It will look best displayed with mat and frame.
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Texas US, 1968- )
Title: Preparing For The Flood
Medium: Watercolor over antique engraving
Size of Original: 8-1/2” x 11” (22cm x 28cm), image area 7-1/2” x 9-1/2” (19cm x 24cm)
Date: 2013-2016
“Preparing For The Flood”, by Kevin Pawlowski, is a watercolor painting over an antique etching by Gustave Doré. The painting is a dramatic depiction of Noah and family building the massive ark as the storm clouds build in the distance.
The etching was removed from an antique book, and watercolor was applied over the image. Museum-quality giclée reproductions are available for purchase. It will look best displayed with mat and frame.
Artist: Kevin Pawlowski (Texas US, 1968- )
Title: Preparing For The Flood
Medium: Watercolor over antique engraving
Size of Original: 8-1/2” x 11” (22cm x 28cm), image area 7-1/2” x 9-1/2” (19cm x 24cm)
Date: 2013-2016
“Preparing For The Flood”, by Kevin Pawlowski, is a watercolor painting over an antique etching by Gustave Doré. The painting is a dramatic depiction of Noah and family building the massive ark as the storm clouds build in the distance.
The etching was removed from an antique book, and watercolor was applied over the image. Museum-quality giclée reproductions are available for purchase. It will look best displayed with mat and frame.
What Are Giclée Reproductions?
Giclée (pronounced “zhee-clay”) reproductions are high-quality prints of original artwork created using a specialized inkjet printing process. The term "Giclée" comes from the French word gicler, meaning "to spray," referencing the method of precisely spraying archival inks onto fine art paper or canvas. This advanced printing technique ensures exceptional detail and vibrant color accuracy, capturing the texture and nuances of the original piece.
At Paradise Found Studio, Giclée reproductions of Kevin Pawlowski's artwork allow you to enjoy museum-quality pieces at an accessible price. Each print embodies the essence of the original creation, making it a perfect choice for collectors and art enthusiasts alike.
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Gustave Doré (1832–1883) was a prolific French artist and illustrator acclaimed for his significant contributions to the visual arts during the 19th century. Born in Strasbourg, Doré exhibited prodigious artistic talent from a young age, quickly rising to prominence. Renowned for his detailed and imaginative drawings, Doré's artistic brilliance found expression in collaborations with eminent authors such as Edgar Allan Poe and Charles Dickens. However, he achieved enduring fame through his masterful illustrations for John Milton's epic poem "Paradise Lost." Doré's evocative and meticulously crafted depictions of the celestial and infernal realms in Milton's work added a visual dimension to the profound narrative, solidifying his status as a preeminent illustrator of classic literature and leaving an indelible mark on the world of art.
