Still Life in Black and White

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CANVAS

Artist

Annabel Andrews

Original work, 2015

Original Medium

• Painting: Acrylic and casein on canvas.

Description

There are moments in Annabel Andrews’ artistic journey when she feels compelled to return to the essence of image-making — to the immediacy of line, contrast, and light. Still Life in Black and White (2015) was born from that impulse. Andrews wanted to paint as if she were drawing, to evoke the intimate clarity of charcoal on paper while translating it into the language of acrylic, casein, and canvas. The result preserves the spontaneity of drawing while transforming it into a contemporary painterly gesture.

Created in acrylic and casein glue on cotton duck canvas, the artist prepared the surface with zinc white pigment mixed with casein, giving the canvas a luminous, paper-like texture. Upon this radiant ground, using black acrylic paint diluted with water, Andrews constructed a minimal, expressive still life: a large cup, a pair of unidentified fruits, a bottle set slightly back, and a suggested floral environment, as if the composition were resting in a garden. Soft washes, diffused tones, and direct brushstrokes come together to create an atmosphere that is both restrained and emotionally charged.

From a curatorial perspective, Still Life in Black and White occupies a unique space between drawing and painting. Andrews reduces the motif to its most essential elements — tonal values, line, and negative space — eliminating excess in order to heighten the expressive clarity of the composition. The work becomes a refined exercise in visual economy, echoing the spirit of Matisse in its pursuit of maximum expression through minimal means.

As an exclusive fine art canvas print available only at And-Art Works, Still Life in Black and White is an exceptional choice for modern, minimalist, and design-forward interiors. Its monochromatic palette and graphic presence make it versatile for living rooms, offices, studios, creative workspaces, lobbies, and any environment seeking a sophisticated, contemporary accent. The blend of painterly texture and drawing-like immediacy offers a striking focal point for interior designers and collectors who appreciate modern abstraction, clean visual balance, and elegant expressive art.

Presentation: unframed canvas or with a floating wooden frame.

Available Sizes:

- Large: 75 x 60 cm (30 x 24 in),
- Extra: 125 x 100 cm (50 x 40 in)

Premium Giclée Canvas Print

Museum-quality giclée printing on archival poly-cotton blend canvas with a matte/satin finish, ensuring exceptional color accuracy, sharp detail, and durability that lasts for generations. Vibrant, long-lasting colors achieved with premium water-based inks and UV protection.

• Made to order with sustainable materials
• Scratch- and warp-resistant canvas
• Solid genuine wood stretcher bars
• Pre-installed hanging hardware and wall protectors included

Floating frame options (1.25 in / 3.2 cm):

• White: fresh and bright, ideal for modern and coastal interiors.
• Black: sleek and versatile, enhances vivid colors and fine details.

Delivered ready to hang and enjoy from the very first moment.

Perfect for: contemporary art collectors, interior designers, decorators, and art lovers seeking vibrant, original works to transform their spaces.