This painting translated, “The Bell Tower of Sesto Calende,” shows this monumental landmark catching the last rays of sun at dusk as warm light hits the tops of the trees and buildings in the background. As the clouds disappear in the background, reflecting the warm earth, the bell tower stands prominently above all other structures.
Little Rock native Kristen Hess has been taken captive by the rich colors and thick textures of oil paints since 2005. Her work combines the effect of light on her subjects with expressive brushstrokes, creating movement and depth in her pieces. Her representational style along with an extensive background in drawing come together with the atmospheric colors of the impressionists to create paintings that capture the emotion of the place or subject.
