Page 247 - YGARTUA : The Work Of A Genius
P. 247
CONTEMPORARY REALISM
Paul Ygartua is a contemporary realist painter who works in the Contemporary realism refers to an art movement or style that
traditional medium of oil on canvas. His works often focus on the emerged in the late 20th century, characterized by a focus on
everyday scenes of everyday life, using bright colors and a realistic the life of people and their environment representing the world.
style to capture a moment in time. His works are often described as This style often explores everyday life and social issues, and can
a combination of realism and impressionism, allowing the viewer be seen as a reaction to abstract and conceptual art. It is often
to step into the scene and feel as if they are a part of it. He often characterized by its attention to detail, its use of naturalistic
paints landscapes, still lifes, and figures. Ygartua has also worked colors. Contemporary realism often includes elements of social
in portraiture and has completed several public commissions. commentary, as it seeks to capture the current state of society.*
243
