Notting Hill
A famous and vibrant neighborhood located in West London, known for its colorful houses, diverse culture, and the annual Notting Hill Carnival. The area is celebrated for its picturesque streets and a lively atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists.
Signature (EB Art)
The unique identifier of Eliran Bar On’s artwork. The signature “EB Art” is used to authenticate and identify all original works by the artist.
Portrait
An artistic representation of a person, where the face and its expression are predominant. The intent is to display the likeness, personality, and even the mood of the person.
Oil on Canvas
A painting technique where oil paints are used on canvas fabric. This method is known for its versatility, allowing for rich textures and vibrant colors.
Realistic Yet Expressionistic
While capturing accurate likenesses, EB Art’s signature loose, gestural style gives his portraits an energized, contemporary feel.
Dynamic Brushwork
Using both thick impasto and expressive brushwork, the textural surfaces of EB Art’s oil paintings make his figures feel alive and tangible.
Vibrant, Layered Hues
Eliran Bar On blends and glazes vivid, contrasting oil colors in multiple layers to create lively, radiating skin tones on his portrait subjects.
Underpainting
An initial base layer of paint that serves as a toned ground before layering additional paint on top.
Scumbling
Applying a thin layer of broken, sketchy brushwork over an opaque underpainting.
Portrait
An artistic representation or likeness of a specific person, usually depicting facial features and expression.