"The faces I paint are the faces I stared at in movies -- larger than life, glamorous. They are not who we are in reality, they are magical visions of who we are. There's a transformation that goes on -- they change as we change, and the interpretation differs for everyone -- like Rorschach tests. The paintings are abstracts of who we are, of what we are, that are full of beauty and color and magic." So notes Colleen Ross, whose art has been coined "Glam Pop"© for its eclectic mix of elements of early Hollywood, 30's Deco, 40's Pin-ups, 60's Pop Art, comic books and sheer gorgeousness.
Colleen Ross defines the hues she employs as "comic book colors," which are strong and saturated, tending towards primary tones. Color becomes drama in her works, defining not only forms but also moments. She is dazzled by the works of Pop artist Roy Liechtenstein, both understanding and embracing his fascination with comics.
Colleen Ross' graphic releases with Fingerhut will add a touch of class, color and glamour to any collection.
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