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I first conceptualized this exhibition as an installation. An entire collection, all in hues of blue, presented in the straight line around the pristine white space of the Y Gallery, like jewels on the wall. Returning to my niche of miniature painting, I’ve kept blue in a scale of 2”x2” but no more than 3”x3” in acrylic on either vellum or canvas, with detailed landscape compositions. The only reference to the current carnival season is the use of blue, representative of the jab jab. As a member of The Hilliard Society of Miniature Painters in the United Kingdom, I have maintained my passion for painting on a small scale keeping within the realm of what defines Miniatures from Small Paintings. Looking forward to sharing Blue with you. — Peter Sheppard February 2011
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The meaning of blue [ bloo ] Blue is the color of the sky and sea. It is often associated with depth and stability. It symbolizes trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. Blue is considered beneficial to the mind and body. It slows human metabolism and produces a calming effect. Blue is strongly associated with tranquility and calmness. In heraldry, blue is used to symbolize piety and sincerity. You can use blue to promote products and services related to cleanliness (water purification filters, cleaning liquids, vodka), air and sky (airlines, airports, air conditioners), water and sea (sea voyages, mineral water). As opposed to emotionally warm colors like red, orange, and yellow; blue is linked to consciousness and intellect. Use blue to suggest precision when promoting high-tech products. Blue is a masculine color; according to studies, it is highly accepted among males. Dark blue is associated with depth, expertise, and stability; it is a preferred color for corporate America. Dark blue represents knowledge, power, integrity, and seriousness.
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Shop-keeper 2”x2” - Acrylic
No Fish? 2”x2” - Acrylic
Lady and Dog 2”x2” - Acrylic
Bamboo 2”x2” - Acrylic
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Bucket ah drop 2”x2” - Acrylic
On the bridge 2”x2” - Acrylic
Mornin’ Mist 2”x2” - Acrylic
Noche 2”x2” - Acrylic
Washin’ 2”x2” - Acrylic
Standing 2”x2” - Acrylic
Surf 2”x2” - Acrylic
Jhandi 2”x2” - Acrylic
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Pullin’ 2”x2” - Acrylic
Big Bridge 2”x2” - Acrylic
Serenade 2”x2” - Acrylic
The Vendor 2”x2” - Acrylic
Moon River 2”x2” - Acrylic
Star light, star bright 2”x2” - Acrylic
The Gardener 2”x2” - Acrylic
On the Estate 2”x2” - Acrylic
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River 2”x2” - Acrylic
Ag gorne to come back 2”x2” - Acrylic
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To and Fro 2”x2” - Acrylic
De Shop dey dey 2”x2” - Acrylic
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