Imaginary Realism Painter Robert Bissell Releases The Golden Bear

    OAKLAND, CA, June 05, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Today imaginary realist painter Robert Bissell and publisher Dreamworld Art announced the release of Bissell's latest image, The Golden Bear. The new limited edition giclee prints on canvas are available in two sizes and an enhanced edition.

This image is a prequel to Bissell's very popular and critically acclaimed 2007 The Embrace painting. "This is how the The Embrace painting was originally conceived," said Bissell. "The setting is from a painting by Asher B Durand, one of the foremost Hudson River Romantics, and a master at landscape. My interpretation is that the wanderer in the forest is recreated in gold after encountering the butterflies near the creek. I blended some gold paint into the bear, so that she might glisten when viewed at a certain angle."

Bissell creates a completely different atmosphere from our daily experience, inviting us to learn more about ourselves. In his paintings the world of animals is a mirror for human existence, self-definition and reflection. These are not mere children's tales - quite the contrary. Bissell's work causes us to reflect on the environment, life, death, renewal and the stages of transition - departing from the safety of family, and making our way in the world.

The Golden Bear is available in the following editions/sizes:
Enhanced Signed and Numbered Edition of 15, giclee print on canvas, 36"x 25", retails at $2,500.00
Signed and Numbered Limited Edition of 50,†giclee print on canvas, 36"x 25" and retails at $1,700.00
Small Signed and Numbered Limited Edition of†100, giclee print on canvas, 16" x 12" and retails at $595.00

A list of galleries across the United States that represent Robert Bissell can be found here.

About Robert Bissell
Bissell grew up in Somerset, England, and retains a love of rural life, Celtic legends and panoramic landscapes. His keen interest in visuals began at an early age while documenting life around him through photographs. After studying graphic design and obtaining a Masters Degree from The Royal College of Art in London, Robert moved to San Francisco and began a successful fifteen-year career in retail advertising. He now devotes all his time to painting and regularly exhibits in museums and galleries across the United States and Europe. To see more of Robert Bissell's work including landscape, imaginary realism original oil on canvas works, giclee prints, and works on paper collections please visit www.robertbissell.com

Find Bissell's Dreamstudio Blog here, and visit his Facebook Fan Page here.

CONTACT:
Trisha Ristagno
Dreamroads Editions
[email protected]
510.427.3594

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