In "Daffodils and Pear", Julie Gifford brings fresh life to the tradition of still life with her clarity and subtle elegance. A cluster of daffodils, each with a vibrant yellow center, stands tall in a clear glass vase—rendered with remarkable precision. The transparency of the vase, its reflections and refractions, are captured with masterful control, demonstrating Gifford’s refined observational skill.
In the foreground, a single pear sits, providing warmth and balance to the vertical composition of the flowers. The contrast between the soft, delicate blooms and the grounded, organic form of the pear creates a quiet harmony, drawing the viewer into the stillness of the scene.
Dimensions: 12" L X 15" H X 1.5" W
Oil On Canvas
Julie Gifford’s paintings are inspired by the natural world, rustic structures, and the beauty of
daily life. She has been an artist as long as she can remember. Her connection to the island is
deeply rooted in the story of her own family. Julie was a year-round resident of Nantucket for
more than fifteen years. Her journey led her to the shores of Cape Cod, where she is never far
from the solace, salt air, and sea that inhabits her paintings.
Julie’s education as an artist is extensive, having attended classes at the Insituto Allende in
Mexico; the Center for Creative Studies in Detroit, Michigan; Denison University, where she
earned a BFA; the Rhode Island School of Design; and the Artists Association of Nantucket.
Julie has passed on her education as the founding and instruction of JGifford Workshops, and the
co-founder and instructor of Nantucket Workshops. She is a member of the Artists Association of
Nantucket, the Cotuit Center for the Arts, and the Provincetown Artists Association and Museum.
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