Soirée à Paris 1800.

This striking painting captures a bustling street scene in a historic city, detailed in various shades of blue. The architecture is elegantly depicted, showcasing classic buildings that line the streets with characteristic French charm. Vintage horse-drawn carriages traverse the cobblestone road, while pedestrians clad in period attire stroll leisurely, evoking a sense of nostalgia and a glimpse into a bygone era. The scene is bathed in a tranquil blue light, emphasizing the calm yet vibrant life of the street. Clouds drift in the sky, hinting at a serene afternoon, perfect for a picturesque day outdoors.
This painting can enhance a variety of interior spaces, particularly in living rooms, studies, or hallways. Its classic theme marries well with traditional or vintage decor, adding a sophisticated touch to the environment. The soothing blue tones make it ideal for bedrooms or any area intended for relaxation, promoting a peaceful atmosphere.

I have always loved to imagine going back in time to experience what the world was like then. This very feeling within me, got me creating this artwork. I had been to my local library where I found a book on life in France during the 1800s. The illustrations were mesmerizing, and they took me into Paris in the 1800s. This particular picture was so captivating, that I just had to recreate it on canvas, and so was born - Soirée à Paris 1800. A 36" by 24" acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas artwork, Soirée à Paris 1800 was one I enjoyed to the fullest. Every single moment of creating this artwork was absolutely engaging. If you have been following me for some time, you would definitely know that putting in the minutest of details is what I enjoy the most, and this artwork gave me that opportunity to the fullest. Frankly I took this project up as a challenge, as my hubby said it would be too tedious to paint on such a large canvas. It took me close to 1 whole month to complete, but I usually go at a steady and slow pace, in order to get the best out of myself. You must be wondering why it is completely in blue, well - I am the daughter of an architect and my dad used to always have blueprints of his architectural drawings at home. I used to help him out with the drawing part of any freelance projects that he used to take up. I have always had a fascination for those blueprints since, hence the blue color of this artwork. Blueprints were first introduced by Sir John Herschel in 1842. It involved the use of a photosensitive ferric compound used on light sensitive sheets. The sheets would turn blue leaving white lines where the drawing had been created. This allowed the rapid and accurate production of unlimited number of copies of technical and engineering drawings. Over time the term blueprint became synonymous with architectural and engineering technical drawings.