Original Page Illustration for the Book Clever Crow
In the stillness of a winter landscape, Olivia Lomenech Gill’s oil painting captures a scene of quiet contrast and subtle emotion. A white horse lies peacefully in the snow, its body blending almost seamlessly into the frosted surroundings, save for the faint warmth of its breath in the crisp, cold air. The horse's coat is rendered in delicate strokes, the oil paint adding depth and a lifelike softness to its form.
Nearby, a black crow perches on the snow, its sharp silhouette striking against the pale expanse. The background is sparse—a skeletal tree stands in the distance, branches etched with dark, fluid lines against a sky heavy with the promise of more snow. The interplay of light and shadow, expertly layered with thick and thin strokes of oil paint, creates a sense of depth and quietude. This piece reflects Gill’s masterful use of oil painting techniques, making it a compelling addition for collectors looking for an original oil painting for sale that captures nature with poetic sensitivity.
Clever Crow by Chris Butterworth, with illustrations by Olivia Lomenech Gill, is an engaging children's book celebrating the intelligence and behaviors of crows. Aimed at readers aged 3 to 7, the book combines Butterworth's informative yet accessible text with Gill's expressive mixed-media illustrations, which showcase crows and their eggs in fine detail. Praised as “a picture book as intelligent as its subject” by The Wall Street Journal, and described by Kirkus Reviews as “an admiring tribute to the habits and smarts of the corvid clan,” the book highlights the birds' tool-using abilities, playfulness, and strategic food-hiding techniques. Its muted artistic palette complements the fascinating natural insights, earning it recognition as a 2024 Junior Library Guild Selection and a favorite among young nature enthusiasts.
"Winter Landscape" by Olivia Lomenech Gill - Original Oil painting for sale
Original Page Illustration
By Olivia Lomenech Gill for the book Clever Crow.- Medium: Oil on card.
- Dimensions (Unframed):
- Metric: 51 cm x 74 cm
- Imperial: 20.07 in x 29.13 in
- Framing: The frame can be purchased on demand for an additional price of 300€.
