David Drum Canadian, b. 1944
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The background suggests a clear sky, painted in vertical strokes of blue, hinting at the freshness of the spring season. The painter has used thick, expressive brushstrokes, giving the work a dynamic and somewhat impasto texture. This technique creates a lively, almost dancing effect of the wildflowers swaying in the breeze. The colours are bold and seem to be applied generously, contributing to the sense of wild abundance.
This piece conveys the beauty and vitality of spring, capturing the essence of wild poppies in their natural setting. The title Spring, Wild Poppies is fitting, as it encapsulates the subject matter and the season depicted. Despite the given date of 2024, this painting resonates with the style of post-impressionist or early modernist art.