Henri Rousseau (1844-1910) was known for his jungle series of paintings. Though he painted over 25 of these large paintings, the one that is most famous is The Dream, which was quite large at 9 feet by 6 feet. It probably made a room feel tropical. Living in Alaska, where it is white outside and everything is still in hibernation mode, I enjoyed getting lost in the jungle while painting this boozy version. I love the lushness of the jungle and the way that Rousseau included so many animals hidden in this painting. When I was researching famous paintings and found this one, I saw the woman with her hand empty and immediately thought that she needs a pint. I know that when I am in the jungle I crave an ice-cold carbonated beverage. Not only because the tropics cause perspiration, but it just fits the setting. Unlike here in Alaska where, in the depths of winter, I would much rather have a small barleywine than a large yellow lager! I am calling this piece The Dream Pint, because I live in Alaska and often dream of being in the jungle drinking a beer. Hope you enjoy this one. Cheers to exotic beers!
The original oil painting sold, but you can purchase a limited-edition print, or order a custom beer painting at my Etsy shop RealArtIsBetter.
Thirsty Thursday Beer Painting #65 by Scott Clendaniel. March 23, 2016. The Dream Pint, inspired by Henri Rousseau. 14″x11″, oil on panel.
Close up of pint.
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