Windy City Vibe

In this oil painting, I captured the essence of a city alive with color and movement. The impressionistic strokes embody the vibrant pulse of urban life amid a dreamy sunset. The energy of this piece will infuse any space with a dynamic spirit, reflecting a blend of serenity and the city's rhythmic heartbeat. Chicago is known for its skyline that features buildings in a variety of shapes and forms. I've been taking photos of the city for a while and some of them are great inspirations or visual references. One thing I love about painting more than photography is the freedom to change certain things from the reality. Take this painting for example, the sky and Lake Michigan looked too bland and flat in the photo, I decided to paint some clouds and a sailboat. The overall color theme in the photo looked more towards the cool side (bluish purple), so I mixed my own to make it warmer.