Momentary Release of Tension, 2018

Oil on canvas

22 × 22 × 2 in | 55.9 × 55.9 × 5.1 cm with frame included

Ellen Starr Lyon, b. 1974 in Columbus, Indiana. Lyon is a figurative painter focusing on modern portraiture that revolves around feminism, motherhood, and coming of age. Her naturalist painting style incorporates a colorful palette and multiple thin, luminous layers capturing her models in natural light. Lyon uses her own photography to catch unguarded moments that are translated into oil paintings showing glimpses of emotion on the faces of those around her. Lyon champions vulnerability as strength while showing it as our common language. Her Red Glove Series depicts her teenage daughter wearing bright red rubber gloves and a defiant expression to talk about the next generation's fight for reproductive rights. She has work in the permanent collection of the Evansville Museum, UC Irvine, and Indiana University.

Materials

Oil on canvas

Size

20 × 20 × 1 1/2 in | 50.8 × 50.8 × 3.8 cm

Framed Size

22 × 22 × 2 in | 55.9 × 55.9 × 5.1 cm

Rarity

Unique

Medium

Painting

Condition

Painting itself is in excellent condition and signed on upper right corner. Frame has a minor hairline scratch. Feel free to make an offer.

Signature

Hand-signed by artist, Signed upper right.

Certificate of authenticity

Included (issued by 27Haus)