Estherly Allen Art
1970s Neo-Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Charcoal
1970s Contemporary Estherly Allen Art
Watercolor, Paper
1980s Abstract Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Ceramic, Glaze, Stoneware
1970s Abstract Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Ceramic, Glaze
1970s Neo-Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Charcoal
1970s Abstract Estherly Allen Art
Mixed Media, Monoprint
Mid-20th Century Modern Estherly Allen Art
Charcoal
2010s Modern Estherly Allen Art
Luster, Stoneware, Paint, Glaze, Underglaze
19th Century Qing Estherly Allen Art
Ceramic, Glaze
2010s Contemporary Estherly Allen Art
Concrete, Marble
1980s Pop Art Estherly Allen Art
Ceramic, Glaze
1980s Abstract Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Academic Estherly Allen Art
Paper, Charcoal
Artist Comments
In artist Gail Ragains' figurative piece, a woman takes a breather on the beach. She reclines comfortably on a green chair, in a mix of gestural marks within a thought-out composition. The muted color combination allows the warm and cool shades to play off each other.
About the Artist
Artist Gail Ragains paints abstract figurative works defined by strong color combinations and intuitive mark-making. "I approach each creative process as an open-ended improvisation," says Gail. "It is an evolving journey without preconceived plans for a predictable outcome. I react to the materials at hand, stripping away the non-essentials to give a loose interpretation of form, movement, and human expression." Inspired by the physical gestures and emotions of people, the human figure dominates Gail's art. As a young person, Gail was active in dance, ice skating, and gymnastics and competed in triathlons in her 20s. While pursuing a career as a massage therapist for 25 years, Gail simultaneously attended art classes through community colleges, the local Art League, and workshops with artists she admires. Having lived in California her entire life, Gail is influenced by the California colors—golden hills, clear blue skies, swimsuits, and swimming pools. Today, her studio is in her backyard just a few steps away from the home she shares with her husband. “In this workspace, I have everything I need. Good light, music, fresh air, and my studio mate, Sadie, the cutest 14 lb. mixed-breed rescue pup.â€
Words that describe this painting: figure, figurative, people, Richard Diebenkorn, gestural, expressive, colorful, beach, sand, paper, acrylicpaint, portrait, expressionism, people, acrylic painting, beige
Beach Chair...
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Acrylic
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Estherly Allen Art
Charcoal
2010s Contemporary Estherly Allen Art
Clay, Wood, Glaze
Mid-20th Century Modern Estherly Allen Art
Charcoal
1990s Abstract Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Monoprint, Screen
1970s Abstract Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Paper, Oil
1970s Neo-Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Charcoal
1970s Neo-Expressionist Estherly Allen Art
Charcoal