2023
Artist Comments
Artist Benjamin Thomas depicts a luminous sky with tonal hues of grey with soft purple accents. Finally, he paints his favorite color in a sky painting. "My dog is grey, my hair is grey and my beard also," says Benjamin. "Sportcoat Harris Tweed grey, jeans are grey." He presents the color as never just black and white. It appears either warm or cold, reflecting the color next to it. This makes for a fun demonstration of mixing colors to achieve a specific hue.
About the Artist
Benjamin Thomas has been painting since the late seventies, however for most of this time he was not exhibiting his work. About twelve years ago, Benjamin and his wife were at a gallery show for a friend and as they were leaving Ben’s wife, aka “The Muse,†told him to go back in. “Your work is as good as that--maybe even better,†she said. That night, Benjamin obeyed The Muse (lucky for us!). The impressionistic sweeps of sky and cloud in Benjamin’s paintings capture more than just an atmospheric quality, but also a heavenly interpretation of the landscape. There is a classical, mature style to the paintings, reminiscent of J.M.W. Turner. Benjamin is often inspired while bicycling, walking or motorcycling, taking in the scenery of Pittsburgh, PA. He takes photos of the scene and then works out the concept back in his studio. The large scale of the work matches the impression and mood that each scene conveys, and the light and shadow are carefully balanced to capture something mercurial and nostalgic. The work feels very measured and contemplated, but also full of passion, as if each piece is in pursuit of the joy of painting and the representation of natural beauty.
Words that describe this painting: impressionism, luminous, colorism, sky, clouds, cloudscape, horizon, nature, acrylicpaint, impressionism, nature, acrylic painting, blue
Purple Grey
Benjamin Thomas
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Finished black edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2023
40 in. h x 30 in. w x 1.5 in. d
5 lbs. 0 oz.
Dreamscape, Original Painting
By Benjamin Thomas
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
In this tonal landscape, artist Benjamin Thomas employs contrasting hues to evoke a vibrant scene. Using a palette knife instead of brushes, he layers and blend...
Acrylic
Heaven on Earth
By Benjamin Thomas
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
I was on a rooftop parking garage looking for the last space to park, in a hurry for a meeting with friends, when I saw this sky. Yes, I was late getting together with my friends, and my wife was patient while I recorded all the colors and shapes. After I painted this she was happy with the painting, and so was I, for it worked out as a balanced canvas of real and abstract. My friends were ok too after I bought a round. Enjoy!
About the Artist
Benjamin Thomas has been painting since the late seventies, however for most of this time he was not exhibiting his work. About twelve years ago, Benjamin and his wife were at a gallery show for a friend and as they were leaving Ben’s wife, aka “The Muse,” told him to go back in. “Your work is as good as that--maybe even better,” she said. That night, Benjamin obeyed The Muse (lucky for us!). The impressionistic sweeps of sky and cloud in Benjamin’s paintings capture more than just an atmospheric quality, but also a heavenly interpretation of the landscape. There is a classical, mature style to the paintings, reminiscent of J.M.W. Turner. Benjamin is often inspired while bicycling, walking or motorcycling, taking in the scenery of Pittsburgh, PA. He takes photos of the scene and then works out the concept back in his studio. The large scale of the work matches the impression and mood that each scene conveys, and the light and shadow are carefully balanced to capture something mercurial and nostalgic. The work feels very measured and contemplated, but also full of passion, as if each piece is in pursuit of the joy of painting and the representation of natural beauty.
Acrylic
Blue Wind, Original Painting
By Benjamin Thomas
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Much of artist Benjamin Thomas's work is rooted in memory and mistakes rather than direct observation of life. After learning from his painting mishaps, he no...
Acrylic
Purple Rain, Original Painting
By Nava Lundy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Soft layers of violet, lavender, and muted green create a dreamy bouquet that feels both fresh and timeless. Loose, gestural brushwork and subtle drips give the...
Acrylic
Glimmer Strike, Original Painting
By Benjamin Thomas
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
Fiery colors light up the sky as the sun sets over calm water. When asked about his process, artist Benjamin Thomas shared that creating this piece took time. H...
Acrylic
Plum Skies, Original Painting
By Renee Noel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist Comments
This painting captures a moody cloudscape bathed in purple hues. Below, expansive golden fields bring warmth that contrasts with the cool sky. Together, these...
Acrylic
Purple Echo
By HELEN MOUNT
Located in Zofingen, AG
"Purple Echo" is a painting in which the lyricism of the moment meets the majesty of the mountain landscape. The graceful interweaving of purple and pink tones of the skyline creates...
Acrylic
Purple Daze
By Robert Petrick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Purple Daze 1988/89 22 inches H x 28 inches W Acrylic on canvas Statement from the artist: This is an early work I produced in my studio at 11th street and Ave 'B" NYC. I was worki...
Canvas, Acrylic
Purple Haze, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Lee Panizza
Located in Yardley, PA
The second in a quartet of paintings about Plato's realm beyond the sky. "Purple Haze" is about the outer limits of the sky as we know it, the "perfect Forms" of Greek aesthetics ar...
Oil
Purple Surf, Painting, Oil on Canvas
By Timon Sloane
Located in Yardley, PA
Timon painted this work after an early morning trip to the California coast, where the sea looked luminous. Oil on linen mounted on gatorboard. It is available unframed. :: Painting ...
Oil
Purple Rain, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
By Sara Gardner
Located in Yardley, PA
Purple Rain - inspired by the moves and pitch of Prince :: Painting :: Abstract Expressionism :: This piece comes with an official certificate of authenticity signed by the artist ...
Acrylic
Abstract in Blues and Purples
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-century abstract in oil and tempera by French artist Hervet in cool tones of blues and purples, signed lower right. Original artwork on paper dis...
Oil, Tempera
