Check Out Don DiFiore's work in DC

My work will be on show in DC staring October 12th, as part of the Artisan Series.  It will be show at the International Visions Gallery on Connecticut Ave. Stop by and check out the other awesome work! and make sure you like Bombay Sapphire on Facebook and Vote for your fav top artist!

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Upon further inspection

After receiving a few messages saying that I didn't give 2 of my pieces enough photo time and recognition I have gone back and shot photos.  The piece on the top is my most recent large scale painting. I used silver leaf and acrylic paint to achieve a certain texture. The piece on the bottom was one of the first paintings from my abstract series from last year in the set. It's the largest of the group 4ftx5ft. There are about 10 layers of paint some of which can only be seen in person. I have enjoyed my abstract painting reign and am currently pursuing art such as paperweights, watercolors, and pottery.  I would post photos but I am waiting for a certain level of completion before documentation.

THE OLDISH & THE NEWISH

These are a few paintings I made last year, using the same techniques of my abstract expressive paint work mixed with layering and inverted colors. The four at the top were made first, however the piece on the bottom aptly named "Old Glory" was the final in the series.

Its hard to find the time to post new pics, but heres some old stuff that I forgot to post!, they are watercolor and ink drawings of silhouetted trees.

THE GREAT THINKER........

In the constant pursuit of expression and improvement.. Hopefully the road to success is short but scenic.... however thats never the case... ultimately life is full of compromises some of which will involve your  artistic expression.... heres hoping it doesn't come to that!

I've continued working with Acrylics and pushing the boundaries of texture. I personally believe that a painting should have ample amounts of texture to characterize the quality of the paint and the expressiveness of the artist who wields such mediums.

I recently completed a large scale painting entitled "Sidewinder" I was inspired by the colors of the southwest, as well as Aerial Photography. Painting was primarily made using the palette knife. I focused on building texture.  Above are some photos showing my progression with the peice.

CREATIVE CHALLENGE: SHADOW AND LIGHT

These are my submissions for the Creative Challenge: Shadow and Light.

I took these photos on various trips to National Parks. 

Completed a new large scale painting. I worked with Metallic paints, highlighting textures and emphasizing the reflective quality of the paint.

Its been a little crazy during the holidays thankfully things have slowed down a little and I'm able to post some relativity new works.

Heres a preview to a new series of paintings im working on, using metallic paint, and complex textures.

Sorry I haven't posted anything lately, Ive been behind alot as far as taking pics!! heres a new piece, called "Corrosion" its 36x36 and i used Acrylics and mixed textures.

STAY TUNED FOR MORE UPDATES!!!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!!

Don D.

As pictured in a previous post, Im working on large reflective painting pieces that emphasize texture and color. I couldn't resist taking a pic to show off lol.

Some recent work, focusing on patterns textures..... please excuse the photo quality.

My time is spent painting like a madmen, luckily I have no lack of inspiration supplies and time.

Here are some more recent works, the top is another ink/paint work, inspired by my trip to Glacier National Park.

The second image is a painting I did today inspired by fluidity and the reflective nature of metals.

This is a quick mountain study I did, trying to get back into doing landscapes.

In the art world you must leave no stone unturned. Explore all your options and exploit as many opportunities as possible, if you see an opening for something new and original-- or even unique do it and ask questions later.

I've been on a abstract expressionist stint for a while and Ive developed my own personal style for it. Ive been working primarily large in size. The colors reflect clearly on my moods and personal aesthetics. I've had people ask me how much the cost for these guys are, size and commission, if your interested you can send me an email. NOTE: 1,2, 3 are currently spoken for.