realism Artwork
Below you will find artwork relates with the term of “realism”.
![The Artist's Assistant (2024) by Ben Young This watercolor painting depicts a black and white cat wearing an upside-down green water cup on its head, sitting beside a tennis ball and a painting of a stick-figure family, with a paintbrush resting nearby.](/artwork/the-artists-assistant/painting_hu08bff3edefa77cb1e6c44f9cd941d4a8_4683330_e37109a2a555ef660fec626ea298d48f.webp)
The Artist's Assistant
June 26, 2024
This painting has everything you need. Cute cats, funny hats, and a dark sense of morbid humor. It features my long haired domestic black and white cat, Princess. Stuck in a scene of her by my side as I paint. Adorning my Faber-Castell Collapsable Water Cup on her head. Her favorite Penn tennis ball resting not far away. Peering on to the cold press cotton paper watercolor block, that is painted with my late dog, Izzy, along with family.
![Jenny's Contemplation (2024) by Ben Young This watercolor painting depicts a serene scene of a person sitting alone on the edge of a wooden dock, gazing out over a calm, expansive body of water with gentle ripples, under a cloudy sky and distant green hills.](/artwork/jennys-contemplation/painting_hu1b826f3ed6d046da302eb6482b2bdd40_7344764_7a7ef27a4f8bd3c3652f3ff93c1a9649.webp)
Jenny's Contemplation
June 20, 2024
Jenny’s Contemplation is both expressive and metaphoric in it’s design. It’s a variety of color splashes introduced in the world of light across the lake’s surface of water. A woman stranger sits on a weathered wooden dock, peering in to thought. A foreign intrusion sits right-of-center, still in what is seemingly like the calm parts of the water; an island pier. The waves turn in a moment of calmness and introspection, surrounding the subject in intrusive thought.
![Lily Pad (2024) by Ben Young This watercolor painting depicts a serene pond with vibrant green lily pads and a delicate pink water lily blooming at the center.](/artwork/lily-pad/painting_hu76881fd9c2406fa28c754f8fcabbec1a_3864863_2c7d75b5957d044330dfc314c849c09c.webp)
Lily Pad
June 16, 2024
This exquisite watercolor painting captures the tranquil beauty of a pond scene, in Lily Pad. Dominated by lush, green lily pads that float serenely on the water’s surface, the composition is centered around a single, vibrant pink water lily in full bloom. The delicate petals of the lily showcase a gradient of pink hues, leading to a bright yellow core, contrasting beautifully with the dark, reflective water below. The intricate details of the lily pads, including the subtle veins and slight imperfections, add a touch of realism to the scene.
![Sailing Away Schoon (2024) by Ben Young This painting by Ben Young shows a solitary schooner sailing across a sea, in a muted watercolor landscape shrouded in a misty atmosphere.](/artwork/sailing-away-schoon/painting_hu1b826f3ed6d046da302eb6482b2bdd40_6593056_d51c065a6a12b6239a409335d120f67d.webp)
Sailing Away Schoon
June 7, 2024
This watercolor painting, Sailing Away Schoon, depicts a solitary schooner boat navigating through misty waters. The scene is serene and atmospheric, with soft, muted colors creating a sense of calm and tranquility. The sailboat, with its sails billowing gently, is positioned towards the right side of the painting, moving forward through the slightly choppy, dark blue waves. The background features indistinct, hazy mountains that blend seamlessly with the overcast sky, enhancing the overall misty ambiance.
![Silent Reflections (2024) by Ben Young This painting by Ben Young shows a solitary boat moving across a lake, in a muted watercolor landscape shrouded in a misty atmosphere.](/artwork/silent-reflections/painting_hu29194632e25450b8cba1d9b23af3fcd6_5864068_435756cd78fa8887545c5cede22ce7d5.webp)
Silent Reflections
June 6, 2024
This watercolor painting, titled “Silent Reflections,” captures a serene and contemplative scene of two individuals in a small boat on a vast, calm body of water. The palette consists primarily of muted blues and grays, creating a tranquil and misty atmosphere. Light touches of yellow kiss the finer details to show the dancing of light. The reflections on the water’s surface are subtly rendered, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. In the background, the faint outlines of forested hills fade into the horizon, shrouded in a gentle haze.
![Creepy Clown (2024) by Ben Young This painting by Ben Young is a close up oil painting of creepy looking clown's nose and part of it's scary smile.](/artwork/creepy-clown/painting_hue7daecefe70afd83c4120c9e1642cbe7_5386662_694dec0f2d53755a8d031095fe482372.webp)
Creepy Clown
May 30, 2024
Creepy Clown was a quick artwork done on a tiny canvas, that I did as a gift to a friend. Who has an appreciation for creepy clowns and serial killers. While I don’t share those interests, I did my best to try to convey that sense allure on this 4x4in square, making quick work of it. The design was heavily inspired by the first IT Movie’s antagonist clown character. The yellow tinted smiling teeth were captured well, wrapping around the edge of the canvas.
![Pomona's Bowl (2024) by Ben Young This painting by Ben Young is a still life oil painting of an pomegranate fruit sitting in a metal bowl atop a velvet clothed table.](/artwork/pomonas-bowl/painting_hu2a98329e36a23ce1fdb7dec2d8dddacb_7206458_72457e3e452d21a8972938312ccd465b.webp)
Pomona's Bowl
May 26, 2024
Pomona’s Bowl is my practiced attempt finalize my technique, using abstract vibrant brushwork, to create my own desired style in the realism oil painting realm. With every still life, I use it methodically to refine how I want to improve or change my artwork. This still life opulence in a bowl to me is the overwhelming first step to finally realize my artistic painting style that I want to utilize in the direction of how I want my landscape and narrative pieces to convey from here on out.
![Massillon 52 (2024) by Ben Young This painting depicts two football players from Massillon team in the heat of the game, with one poised in a stance of victory or excitement and the other seemingly in motion, against the backdrop of a crowded stadium.](/artwork/massillon-52/painting_hu1c0905649d5b9563f63c6455e68d86bc_6575128_e56ee9d262ae4b711c49f7e9299ae29b.webp)
Massillon 52
April 26, 2024
The Massillon 52 is a vibrant watercolor painting, showcasing two Massillon Football players. Both in a moment of intense celebration. On the left, player 52 is rendered with a fierce expression. To the right, an unknown teammate engages in clapping, hands blurred to add to the effect. Behind them, the stadium is alive with spectators in the stands, out of focus. Backset all to autumn trees and vibrant green turf. I managed to infuse the scene with movement and excitement, creating a palpable sense of the game’s high stakes and the players’ raw emotion.
![Massillon Helmet (2024) by Ben Young This painting presents a highly detailed, realistic portrayal of a black football helmet with a prominent orange 'M' logo, capturing a sense of rugged athleticism.](/artwork/massillon-helmet/painting_hu6686f160e33f5344c8d0346dce92d7e1_3137084_e704803e7330affbf1a11ba12381db7a.webp)
Massillon Helmet
April 12, 2024
The Massillon Helmet is an oil painting depicting a solitary, black Massillon Tiger’s American football helmet in a three-quarter view, featuring a bold orange Massillon Ohio letter ‘M’ logo, symbolizing the Washington Highschool team’s identity and spirit. I have rendered the subject with a strong attention to detail, from the subtle reflections and shadows on the helmet’s glossy surface to the intricate structure of the face mask and the secure clasps.
![Gehen Heim (2024) by Ben Young This painting by Ben Young depicts a solitary figure walking across a lake of ice, with the scene conveying a sense of solitude in a wintry landscape.](/artwork/gehen-heim/painting_huccdb9143ed536641f1c9b7222186125f_4124905_30bfef3aa5757a428db0a15bc9420a6c.webp)
Gehen Heim
March 23, 2024
Gehen Heim is a watercolor painting that depicts a somber, expansive landscape under a heavy, overcast sky. The sky is a tapestry of grays and muted blues, seemingly thick with the weight of a passing snow storm. The horizon is a dark, solid band, suggesting a distant forest or line of trees that separates the sky from the land. Below, there’s a vast expanse of a body of frozen water, its surface rendered in pale whites and light grays that capture the reflective quality of the ice.
![Cherry Popping (2024) by Ben Young This is a realistic painting of two cherries connected by their stems, with a play of light and shadow enhancing their rich red color.](/artwork/cherry-popping/painting_hu2d81f27ddf8cc4e074a5ffc9994385ce_2852172_3e08ac41ce2f39989ab07e3405a4a4bc.webp)
Cherry Popping
March 17, 2024
The Cherry Popping painting depicts two cherries with a realistic appearance. The cherries are rich red with subtle hints of darker tones suggesting volume and curvature. A light source is shining from the upper left, casting a soft shadow to the lower right of the cherries and giving a glossy highlight on their surfaces. The cherries are attached to each other by a green stem, which is connected to only one of the cherries at the top right corner of the painting.
![Tomb Flowers (2024) by Ben Young Tomb Flowers is a watercolor pencil drawing, with a brushed and washed colorful background, of white lilies.](/artwork/tomb-flowers/painting_hua6ddcc16510207d9be932566e7c73eba_7884528_166f5c911f92408d02c96dca5c372b94.webp)
Tomb Flowers
March 14, 2024
Tomb Flowers is a watercolor pencil drawing, with a brushed and washed colorful background, of white lilies. That’s all I really have to say about this artwork piece. Purchase Artwork > Inspiration The flower is that of a white lily. It was the favorite flower of my late Fiancee. We had planned to utilized them in our wedding. Only to be used for her funeral instead.
![Back To (2024) by Ben Young This painting by Ben Young depicts a solitary figure in dark clothing standing on a snow-covered path flanked by bare trees, with the scene conveying a sense of solitude in a wintry landscape.](/artwork/back-to/painting_hu2c325e2c2103ff7b229e9b0999077ae7_7676738_8d73bf5f44dc07a3e7b7c1ccd1fa9f33.webp)
Back To
March 13, 2024
In the midst of a serene, snow-covered landscape, a solitary figure captures our attention in this evocative painting, titled Back To. Striding the lone figure once again, across the snow covered Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail. This is the second iteration in the Winter Escape collection. Purchase Artwork > Inspiration I have walked many times on the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath Trail, especially through winter’s snow. There is just something enchanting on those hikes, when no one else is on that trail, and all you have are the noises of the winter wind and snowfall.
![Erie Rock (2024) by Ben Young This watercolor painting by Ben Young is an ethereal and solitary stone monolith, crowned with verdant trees, rises from the misty waters of a tranquil lake, embodying a quiet testament to nature's enduring strength and mystery.](/artwork/erie-rock/painting_hue815fe6423993c23d06febd7f1c54ea7_5252329_574818aa1a21ff7be82442431179b099.webp)
Erie Rock
February 18, 2024
This evocative painting captures a unique and striking rock formation located along the shores of Lake Erie, near Cleveland, Ohio, portraying a natural monument that stands as a silent guardian amidst the lapping waves. The overcast sky suggests a typical Great Lakes ambiance, while the resilient trees on the rock’s summit are a testament to nature’s adaptability in the face of the elements. The artwork invites contemplation on the enduring beauty of Lake Erie’s coastal landscape, subtly colored by the artist to reflect the area’s serene yet dynamic character.
![Escape (2024) by Ben Young This painting by Ben Young shows a solitary figure traverses a snowy path flanked by a fence, in a muted watercolor landscape shrouded in a hazy atmosphere.](/artwork/escape/painting_hu40597eadbe631111c8d5e2ae1c430623_4220457_2460ef9b2f52d682a00e8de5652fdf66.webp)
Escape
February 9, 2024
Escape is a painting that depicts a tranquil winter scene, including a solitary figure is shown walking away from the viewer, journeying along a curved path that has been carved through the snow from what may have been a vehicle. With overcast skies, soft grays and cobalts that blend seamlessly with the snowy ground, tire tracks that are visible in the snow, all reinforcing the sense that the figure has journeyed alone.
![Citrus Study (2024) by Ben Young This gouache painting by Ben Young depicts a still life with a red mug in the center, a green lime on the left, and a bright yellow lemon on the right, all set against a dark, textured background.](/artwork/citrus-study/painting_hu9a5f9eb3b6d3a0de83ae9928fb148f8d_8960639_bb780ca68d42d94b6c4cf8177d2aa479.webp)
Citrus Study
February 6, 2024
The Citrus Study painting features a still life composition with three objects that appear on a table. On the left is a green lime, partially blending from green to a yellowish hue, indicating ripeness or a variation in color typical of certain lime varieties. In the middle, there’s a red mug or cup with a visible handle on the right, suggesting it’s meant for a right-handed person to pick up easily.
![Northern Cardinal (2024) by Ben Young This is a detailed colored pencil drawing by Ben Young of a vivid red cardinal perched on a snowy branch.](/artwork/northern-cardinal/painting_hu1f1c7d0f419efdc617e5c971fe1d79a5_9954060_206ac6c5397fc11603ca837d404eca17.webp)
Northern Cardinal
January 25, 2024
Northern Cardinal is a colored pencil drawing of a Northern Cardinal perched on a branch. The bird is depicted with a vibrant red plumage, which is characteristic of the male of the species. Its beak is orange-yellow, and the facial mask is black, extending from the beak around the eyes. The drawing captures the distinct crest of the cardinal, which is a pointy tuft of feathers on top of its head.
![Fry's Tree (2024) by Ben Young In this evocative water color painting by Ben Young, a majestic tree stands prominently against a dusky sky, its intricate branches silhouetted by the soft glow of twilight.](/artwork/frys-tree/painting_hu3b2c29ae8362039895e3ac8d530a968b_7615924_d4423d95b31873666f62c54db4bbc4ff.webp)
Fry's Tree
January 19, 2024
Fry’s Tree portrays a solitary, robust tree standing prominently in the center against a twilight or pre-dawn sky. Set in the Fry Family Park, of East Sparta Ohio. The leaves and branches creates a lace-like pattern against the sky, which shifts from a dark blue at the top to lighter hues near the horizon, indicating dusk or the approach of nightfall. There’s a sense of tranquility and solitude in this scene, as the tree stands alone in the quiet moments of transition between day and night.
![Aqua (2024) by Ben Young The painting displays an artistic monochrome sketch of a wine glass with its contents in mid-splash, creating an elegant and dynamic fluid motion captured in a still moment.](/artwork/aqua/painting_hu320e422e9d850945bd57e8dba2dfd927_2129997_99a2514c9b7d7436a6cb6b88ea05d58a.webp)
Aqua
January 14, 2024
This is a striking monochrome painting that captures a moment of fluid elegance, titled simply Aqua. It depicts a wine glass caught in the midst of a dynamic swirl, with the liquid inside defying gravity in a graceful arc that stretches above the rim. The movement is frozen in time, with the liquid’s surface tension creating an almost sculptural form that reaches upwards. The artist has skillfully represented the play of light and shadow, giving the impression of a sparkling, translucent liquid.
![Drip (2024) by Ben Young The painting presents a grayscale watercolor painting of a water droplet creating ripples on the surface of water, captured in a moment of dynamic symmetry and fluid motion.](/artwork/drip/painting_hu6caf7fa45287e2350638da6e15da0e0c_1556200_1b786aa2945751feb57e59b9226edee8.webp)
Drip
January 12, 2024
The Drip painting captures the ephemeral beauty of a single water droplet impacting a still surface. A central column of water rises sharply, surrounded by a crown of droplets reflecting the moment’s dynamic motion. The surface tension creates a series of concentric ripples that emanate outward, masterfully rendered in varying shades of grey, suggesting the gentle yet persistent spread of energy away from the point of impact. The artist has skillfully used a monochromatic palette to depict the clarity and purity of water, with careful attention to the gradations of light and shadow that give the scene a three-dimensional quality.
![Watermelon Slice (2023) by Ben Young This watercolor artwork by Ben Young is a simple yet detailed depiction of a single slice of watermelon with a bright red flesh, black seeds, and a green rind, set against a plain background.](/artwork/watermelon-slice/painting_hu0156478b810c2f01b9f12a7ef0bfc445_5765562_e1599921a35bc6f809609a112205ee0b.webp)
Watermelon Slice
December 27, 2023
Juicy! A fruity painting that depicts a slice of watermelon. Watermelon Slice is a realistic drawing that captures the vibrant red flesh of the fruit, complete with black seeds scattered throughout. The watermelon slice has a green rind, transitioning from a darker green on the outside to a paler green towards the inner red flesh. The drawing has a textured appearance from the water colored pencils, and there’s a gentle shadow under the slice, giving it a sense of depth and dimension.
![AJ's Lily (2023) by Ben Young This pencil sketch portrays a delicately rendered lily with graceful petals and detailed stamen, exuding a sense of gentle elegance.](/artwork/ajs-lily/painting_hu9611f9af64b5a8167e9f71648402c9eb_4911940_3e8fab2814f4422815cb5ff465adf5d5.webp)
AJ's Lily
December 17, 2023
The AJ’s Lily drawing is a pencil drawing that captures the delicate beauty of a lily flower in bloom. The flower stands out with its petals gracefully curving outward, showcasing the fine details of its texture and venation, while the stamens reach out from the center, detailed with care to convey their slender form and powdery pollen tips. Below the flower, the stem leads to a pair of leaves that frame the composition, their pointed tips adding to the overall elegance of the sketch.
![Okay (2022) by Ben Young The drawing displays a detailed pencil sketch of a human hand with a gentle curvature of the fingers and intricate line work that captures the texture of the skin.](/artwork/okay/painting_hu87ee2dc8cabca0e8eb5ccf0be7829b9a_8879162_6970e71cb70e612760edc247a0c8b2f9.webp)
Okay
December 20, 2022
Okay depicts a human hand, my hand, sketched in pencil with a focus on realism and attention to detail. It is positioned in a relaxed pose, resting to the side of my leg with the fingers slightly curled inward. I have taken care to render the textures and lines on the skin, showing the unique patterns and creases that can be found on a person’s palm and fingers. The shading is subtle yet effective, providing a sense of depth and form to the hand.