Title: "Blargh! Panorama of Expression - original Oil Painting" is one of 24 portraits in a vibrant series exhibited in Here We Are Who Cares?! at the FPAC Gallery in Boston, MA (2011). Each painting measures 6 x 8 inches, meticulously crafted in oil on panel. This particular work captures the raw, unfiltered personality of its subject: Carlos, reflecting Heather La Force's dedication to showcasing the multifaceted, humorous, and emotive aspects of human identity. With its playful energy and intimate scale, Blargh! invites viewers into an interactive dialogue of self-expression and vulnerability.
Set against the sherbet orange backdrop and featuring exaggerated facial expressions, the painting showcases a moment of unguarded whimsy. This series is a collective celebration of individuality, depicting a diverse array of portraits in varying moods and expressions. The installation’s grid arrangement emphasizes both the unique and collective identities of the subjects, urging viewers to explore the connections between themselves and the faces before them.
This series demonstrates Heather’s commitment to portraying her subjects with authenticity and a touch of playful irreverence, a hallmark of her portraiture.
Details for Blargh! Portraits in the Series:
- Medium: Oil on cradled birchwood panel
- Dimensions: 6 x 8 inches each (1.5-inch depth)
- Original Series Size: 24 portraits
- Exhibited: 2011, FPAC Gallery, Boston, MA
- Installation: Ready to hang, no framing required
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