Art

Item Description

Limited edition giclee (archival fine art print), signed and framed by Portsmouth-based artist Teresa McCue.

Sky Fire 18/200

Framed and matted dimensions:  26.5" wide by 26" high

"I make paintings that pay homage to the spirituality I find in nature.  Imagery is intentionally simplified.  Emphasis is given to the emotional impact of color.  Often my paintings evoke something ethereal:  a landscape or seascape with a dreamlike quality.  As I work, I let the creative process lead me.  I do a great deal of layering; making subtle adjustments in value, hue and intensity and in so doing, enhance the richness of the painting.  The intended result is opulent, atmospheric color, which I hope evokes a visceral response, something that is felt even as it is seen for the first time."

"Color is a key component of my work.  So when I decided to publish a series of limited edition prints, it was imperative that I find a process capable of delivering the rich tones and vibrant hues of my originals.  i have found that process with the giclee printer, which utlilizes a high-resolution spray method of applying the ink, providing a rich saturation of color.  Of course, even the finest of equipment can only be as excellent as its operator.  I work with a professional photographer who is a superb colorist as well as being a highly skilled print technician.  We collaborate on each image, proofing for both color and clarity.  Once we are satisfied, the file is 'locked in' digitally to provide consistency.  The images are then printed using archival-pigmented inks on archival paper.  I sign and number each one by hand within the image to more closely simulate the feel of an original painting.  A giclee, which is properly framed and handled, will maintain its vibrancy for a lifetime. 

Item Special Note

Teresa McCue is a New England-based painter.  Having graduated from Bridgewater University with a degree in Art, she continued her coursework, taking additional classes at Boston area colleges.  She has taken part in many workshops and residencies in New England, the Southwest, Mexico and Italy.  She has had 28 solo exhibits and has participated in countless group shows.  Her pastel, "Quiet Passage", was chosen as part of the Art in Embassies program for exhibit in Botswana.  She has created numerous commissions, many of which are multiple piece installations.  Her paintings can be found in private and corporate collections nationwide.  For a complete bio and many more examples of the artist's work, please visit teresamccuefineart.com

If won by an online bidder, item will be shipped by trackable method (cost charged to winner), or can be picked up in Salisbury, MA after the event.