Sisters at Tahoe by Eldon Ward
Eldon Ward

Sisters at Tahoe by

Figures in a landscape.

Original painting is 40” x 64” (102 × 162 cm) acrylic/mixed water-based media on salvaged hollow-core doors.

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About Eldon Ward

My artwork is primarily focused on painting using water based media; often on recycled building materials. Many works comprise multiple salvaged hollow-core doors. “Mural” sized works – combining applied components with direct wall painting are also available. I received a BFA from Colorado State University in 1975 and returned to painting in 2009 after a 30 year career as an urban designer. Artworks have been purchased or commissioned by a number of private parties and public entities.

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tahoe, landscape, lake, abstract

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  • Angela  Burman
    Angela Burmanover 1 year ago

    Superb work Eldon. Your figures are fabulous

  • Thank you so much, Angela. Your comments mean a lot to me. Thanks also for ‘favoriting’.

    – Eldon Ward

  • anaisanais
    anaisanaisover 1 year ago

    #Superb !!!! your work amaze me…love each detail..

  • Anna, you are always so kind with your comments and adding favorites. It is very gratifying. Thank you very much my friend.

    – Eldon Ward

  • maggie326
    maggie326over 1 year ago

    Awesome work.. your figures are fabulous

  • Thank you very much. Your paintings are very impressive. It’s amazing that you’ve only been painting a short time.

    – Eldon Ward

  • BLYTHART
    BLYTHARTover 1 year ago

    You’ve developed a really original style Eldon.

  • Thanks, Dave. I know what you mean, although I don’t think about style much, just what might work, without getting too comfortable.

    – Eldon Ward

  • BLYTHART
    BLYTHARTover 1 year ago

    I suppose “style” is simply what and who we are, so just keep on being who you are Eldon – it’s great. In many ways your work reminds me of David Hockney, who is very much respected over here.

  • Several people have made the David Hockney reference. After reviewing his work, I realize that’s a tremendous compliment. I’ll try to control any delusions of grandeur, though.

    – Eldon Ward

  • agnès trachet
    agnès trachetover 1 year ago

    I appreciate each of your paintings Eldon!not only the figures are very good but they also animate the work in a beautiful way!and look at this wonderful color of the water!!

  • Thank you, Agnes. Your comments always mean a great deal to me. Again, good luck with your exhibitions!

    – Eldon Ward

  • maryannwakeley
    maryannwakeleyover 1 year ago

    This is lovely in every way. The grayish green is one of my favorites and your figures are excellent. Simply excellent!

  • What gratifying comments, Mary Ann! Thank you very much. You know, I greatly admire your art, so receiving kind words from you is especially nice.

    – Eldon Ward

  • Carson Collins
    Carson Collinsabout 1 year ago

    Like David Hockney, do ya? Please consider posting in the Forum topic Influences at the RPG .

  • To be honest, I had only a vague recollection of the name “David Hockney” until a few comments – in particular Dave Edwards’ on this painting – prompted me to look him up. But, yes, I can now say I do indeed like David Hockney.

    – Eldon Ward

  • Michele Meister
    Michele Meister8 months ago

    wow… I did miss so much of your latest work … I love how you have these 2 strong cuts in it ! Just gives it so much dynamic ! wonderful work !

  • Thank you, Michele. I do like to dabble with making separations within a painting – not altogether unlike how the binding/gutter affects some of your sketch-pad pieces.
    I see you’re getting back at me for catching up and commenting on so many of your pieces yesterday.

    – Eldon Ward

  • Marriet
    Marriet8 months ago

    Your pictures are often framed or a view through windows. I wonder why you do this? It
    is interesting. Makes a great impact and I like the large size. Very nice work, Eldon.

  • Thanks, Marriet. I like the thought that windows and doors (all my paintings these days are on salvaged hollow-core doors) can take us from the known/comfortable environment we occupy, to the less certain world on the other side. It’s also a little wink at people (like a local curator) who are highly prejudiced toward traditionally framed art.

    – Eldon Ward