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This painting captures the essence of the iconic Route 66, starting from downtown Chicago. The artwork portrays the scene of our journey as we embark on this historic route, in a timeless '55 Studabaker. The artist skillfully employed oils to portray the subdued ambiance of the downtown area, with the main focus being the sign that marks the beginning of our adventure. The brushstrokes beautifully depict the muted colors of the cityscape, creating a sense of nostalgia and excitement for the road ahead. This artwork serves as a visual invitation to explore the wonders that lie along Route 66, evoking a sense of wanderlust and the anticipation of discovering the hidden gems that await us on this legendary American highway. 18 x 24 on canvas

Welcome to my art page! I love creating art, from acrylics, mixed media to my favorite oil paintings! I began painting after officially retiring in 2020. In our 55+ community where we winter, they offer Paint and Sip classes each month. I had never painted before these classes and found I truly enjoyed them and wanted to explore other mediums. Having a father who is a commissioned artist, led me to dabble in oil paints. At first I wasn't sure I liked that medium, so I spent my first year really exploring fluid art; how the colors worked with each other, how they moved on the canvas, and how you could use so many different tools to create just about anything! However, I came back to oil paintings and decided I just needed to create...