Student Artwork Guide — A Connemara Lake

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charles lamb, A Connemara Lake. Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder.

The facts

Artist: charles lamb originaluniqueart.com/en/artists/charles-lamb/
Original size: 33 x 41 cm

Copyright This work is treated as still under copyright. The catalogue has no life dates for charles lamb; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so the safer reading is that rights still apply. The image is shown here for classroom reference; rights remain with the rights holder.

A Connemara Lake — charles lamb

How big is it?

The original measures 33 × 41 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

Compare with

Taking in the Lobster Pots originaluniqueart.com/en/art/charles-lamb-taking-in-the-lobster-pots-ARAJCU-en/
Curragh and Hookers at a Pier, Connemara originaluniqueart.com/en/art/charles-lamb-curragh-and-hookers-at-a-pier-connemara-ARAJCS-en/
A Lough Neagh Fisherman, 1920 originaluniqueart.com/en/art/charles-lamb-a-lough-neagh-fisherman-ARAJCN-en/

Pick one work above: name two things it shares with this one, and one thing that's different.

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Colours

Measured from the image

Main colour

Putty #c9d6d4

Catalogued palette

#C9D6D4
#A3BAC7
#4B3D24
#527993

Palette: Neutrals The dominant colour family in the image.
Main colour name: Putty
Intensity: Balanced How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
Contrast: Balanced How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
Harmony: Discordant Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
Brightness: Brilliant How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
Saturation: Muted How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

Artist

charles lamb

early life and artistic pursuits

charles lamb, an irish painter, was born on august 30, 1893, in portadown, county armagh. his early life was marked by a deep inclination towards art, which was further nurtured by his father, john lamb, a painter and decorator. this familial influence led charles to initially apprentice under his father, winning the gold medal as housepainter of the year in 1913.

artistic education and influences

charles's artistic journey took him to the belfast school of art, where he studied life drawing. he later secured a teaching scholarship that brought him to the dublin metropolitan school of art for four years, placing him under the mentorship of renowned artist seán keating. this period significantly shaped his artistic style, which would later be characterized by academic realism.

artistic career and notable works

charles lamb's career as an art teacher at the dublin metropolitan school of art began in 1920. his inaugural exhibition with the society of dublin painters showcased his works, including peasants of clare, which garnered attention for its poignant portrayal of irish life.

notable exhibitions:

fortieth annual exhibition of belfast art society (1921)

oireachtas exhibition by the gaelic league (1920)

key works:

a lough neagh fisherman

a northern cross-road dance

portrait of john hunter

legacy and enduring impact

charles lamb's passing on december 15, 1964, marked the end of an era for irish art. yet, his legacy lives on through his landscapes and portraits that continue to inspire. for those seeking a deeper dive into his works or similar artists, AllPaintingsStore's extensive collection is a treasure trove waiting to be explored: - top 5 famous expressionism artists of all time - charles lamb (painter) - wikipedia delve into the world of art with AllPaintingsStore, where every brushstroke tells a story.

Where to read more

The artist charles lamb originaluniqueart.com/en/artists/charles-lamb/
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Cite this artwork

MLA: lamb, charles. A Connemara Lake. n.d., https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/charles-lamb-a-connemara-lake-ARAJCW-en/
APA: lamb, charles (n.d.). A Connemara Lake [Painting]. https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/charles-lamb-a-connemara-lake-ARAJCW-en/
Chicago: charles lamb. A Connemara Lake. n.d. https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/charles-lamb-a-connemara-lake-ARAJCW-en/
Harvard: lamb, charles (n.d.) A Connemara Lake. Available at: https://originaluniqueart.com/en/art/charles-lamb-a-connemara-lake-ARAJCW-en/

A Connemara Lake — charles lamb

Look closely

Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

What catches your eye first, and why?
Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
Look back at Taking in the Lobster Pots, earlier in this guide. Name two things it shares with this work, and one that is different.
What might the artist have wanted you to feel?
If you could ask the artist one question about this work, what would it be?

Your response

Write a short paragraph about this artwork. Use the facts from the earlier parts of this guide, and your answers above.