Oil on Canvas, 24”x30 “

2023

This work explores the tension between interior and exterior spaces, using shadow and muted tones to evoke psychological depth.

With Richard L. Tuck’s dialogue of form, color, and human presence.
Tuck’s modernist tradition—bridging figurative expression with timeless atmosphere as with other works - “Chicken House Afternoon” and “No Rest” (above)

Doorway as a metaphor for transition, mystery, or solitude.

Nighttime - contrasts between seen/unseen, presence/absence. (see above

Richard Tuck thinks about moving through life with his eyes open to the possibilities in front of him.

Nighttime - 2022

Outback 2023

No Rest 2019

Paintings of nighttime like this one have been shown in Tuck’s shows since 2020.

What does this doorway and nighttime mean to you?