The Battle of New York
96.0" x 60.0" in
(244 x 153 cm)
- Year: 2020
- Rarity: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Oil
- Year: 2020
- Rarity: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Oil
Carmen Carpena did this painting during the first three months of lock-down and it was inspired by the City of New York, to honor the doctors, nurses and people who lost their lives.
This whole idea was originated right after seeing the New York governor's interview on the news when they questioned his decision of closing the business; the reporters repeatedly saying that closing was not the cure, that the cure was worse that the Illness, the moment he said that the illness was death, her mind represented the virus as skeletons (death) and from there came the idea of painting this sad moment in history.
She was moved by the Governor’s powerful speech .
For her this fight represents a battle because of the media calling the hospitals the front line.
Usually when she feels sadness she paints, it helps with her sorrow.
It made her so sad all was going on there.
Oil on canvas. 5ft by 8ft inspired by Leonardo da Vinci sketch the battle of Anghiari.
Unique hand-made oil painting on canvas.
Origin: Artist Studio
About Carmen Carpena
Carmen Carpena was born and raised in Mexico, where her passion for art and painting was something she unfortunately had to set aside. Living in a country with a struggling economy, she was advised to pursue a different career to secure her future. However, her determination to become an artist never wavered.
She began her journey by focusing on realism in her paintings, but often felt constricted by the rules, shapes, and forms, which turned her passion into something resembling a job. In a bold move, she chose to follow her heart instead of adhering to the expectations of others, recognizing her need for artistic freedom.
This decision led her to develop a distinctive style and creative process that often diverges from conventional norms. Her unconventional approach is a source of inspiration, allowing people to connect with the sense of freedom that permeates her work.
The perspectives of life profoundly influence her art. She navigates the chaos of unplanned, messy patterns, creating something beautiful and harmonious regardless of the circumstances. Her art style and technique reflect the essence of life itself. Carmen Carpena emphasizes that we often become blind to the beauty around us when faced with chaos, focusing primarily on the negative aspects.
Finding beauty in uncertainty, she instinctively organizes what is before her, revealing the underlying beauty in her surroundings. Each of her final pieces tells a story, and the process of creating them weaves in rich details that contribute to that narrative.
96.0" x 60.0" in
(244 x 153 cm)
- Year: 2020
- Rarity: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Oil
- Year: 2020
- Rarity: Unique
- Support: Canvas
- Medium: Oil
Carmen Carpena did this painting during the first three months of lock-down and it was inspired by the City of New York, to honor the doctors, nurses and people who lost their lives.
This whole idea was originated right after seeing the New York governor's interview on the news when they questioned his decision of closing the business; the reporters repeatedly saying that closing was not the cure, that the cure was worse that the Illness, the moment he said that the illness was death, her mind represented the virus as skeletons (death) and from there came the idea of painting this sad moment in history.
She was moved by the Governor’s powerful speech .
For her this fight represents a battle because of the media calling the hospitals the front line.
Usually when she feels sadness she paints, it helps with her sorrow.
It made her so sad all was going on there.
Oil on canvas. 5ft by 8ft inspired by Leonardo da Vinci sketch the battle of Anghiari.
Unique hand-made oil painting on canvas.
Origin: Artist Studio
About Carmen Carpena
Carmen Carpena was born and raised in Mexico, where her passion for art and painting was something she unfortunately had to set aside. Living in a country with a struggling economy, she was advised to pursue a different career to secure her future. However, her determination to become an artist never wavered.
She began her journey by focusing on realism in her paintings, but often felt constricted by the rules, shapes, and forms, which turned her passion into something resembling a job. In a bold move, she chose to follow her heart instead of adhering to the expectations of others, recognizing her need for artistic freedom.
This decision led her to develop a distinctive style and creative process that often diverges from conventional norms. Her unconventional approach is a source of inspiration, allowing people to connect with the sense of freedom that permeates her work.
The perspectives of life profoundly influence her art. She navigates the chaos of unplanned, messy patterns, creating something beautiful and harmonious regardless of the circumstances. Her art style and technique reflect the essence of life itself. Carmen Carpena emphasizes that we often become blind to the beauty around us when faced with chaos, focusing primarily on the negative aspects.
Finding beauty in uncertainty, she instinctively organizes what is before her, revealing the underlying beauty in her surroundings. Each of her final pieces tells a story, and the process of creating them weaves in rich details that contribute to that narrative.
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