The Oil Paintings of Robert Devriendt Could Pass as Photographs
Armida Ascano — September 23, 2010 — Art & Design
References: robertdevriendt.be & iheartphotograph.blogspot
The hyper-realistic paintings of Robert Devriendt are accurate enough to fool even the most difficult critic. Oil paintings by Devriendt are usually produced in a series of five, depicting a short story.
What's more unique about the work of Robert Devriendt is the size of each picture. The attached photographs are the actual size of each piece, if not smaller. Generally around the size of a postage stamp, work by Robert Devriendt is petite, skillful and interesting.
What's more unique about the work of Robert Devriendt is the size of each picture. The attached photographs are the actual size of each piece, if not smaller. Generally around the size of a postage stamp, work by Robert Devriendt is petite, skillful and interesting.
Trend Themes
1. Hyper-realistic Art - The trend towards hyper-realistic art is disrupting the traditional art world and creating opportunities for artists to challenge boundaries and perceptions.
2. Miniature Art - Interest in miniature art is on the rise, creating new markets and opportunities for artists who can produce high-quality work on a small scale.
3. Narrative Painting - Painters who incorporate narrative elements in their work, like Robert Devriendt's short story series, are appealing to a growing audience interested in storytelling through art.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Art - The fine art industry can take advantage of the trend towards hyper-realistic and narrative painting to attract new buyers and collectors.
2. Crafts - The crafts industry can leverage the interest in miniature art to offer unique and skillful handmade items for niche markets.
3. Publishing - The publishing industry can explore collaborations with narrative painters to create illustrated books and visual stories for diverse audiences.
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