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Evocatively Vivid Portraits

Francoise Nielly Creates Fascinating Palette Knife Paintings

— July 17, 2013 — Art & Design
Artist Francoise Nielly brings a vibrance to her palette knife paintings that delivers emotional messages beyond what the eyes see. Her newest collection, entitled 'Les Derniers,' is a superb group of exuberant portraits that display a humanistic motif.

Simply displaying the faces allows for the viewer to seek meaning through the expressions of the subject. Intense eyes cast through multicolored knife strokes provides a connection to the artwork itself. These palette knife paintings are an authentic representation of artistic interpretation. Nielly is consistently evolving her art as she pushes the boundaries through her explosive, sensual and consistently expressive work. 'Les Derniers' is french for last, but one can only hope that this collection of artwork will be far from the last for such a talented artist.
Trend Themes
1. Palette Knife Art - The trend of using palette knives in painting allows artists to create evocative and vivid portraits that communicate emotional messages.
2. Humanistic Motif - The trend of using human subjects in artwork allows viewers to seek meaning and connection through their expressions, creating a deeper engagement with the artwork.
3. Explosive and Expressive Art - The trend of creating artwork that is expressive and pushes the boundaries allows artists to deliver a powerful and authentic representation of artistic interpretation.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry can explore and embrace the trend of palette knife art to create visually stunning and emotionally impactful pieces.
2. Fine Arts - The fine arts industry can incorporate the trend of humanistic motif in their works to create a deeper connection with audiences and explore new avenues of artistic expression.
3. Art Galleries - Art galleries can showcase and promote the trend of explosive and expressive art, providing a platform for artists to push boundaries and engage with a wider audience.
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