He had a Haunch, 24x36x1.5 inches oil on stretched canvas by Kenney Mencher
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This is on gallery wrapped canvas so there won’t be a need to frame it.
My oil painting He Had a Haunch is a 24x36-inch piece created on stretched canvas. The painting depicts a muscular man seen from behind, wearing a loosely fitted tank top. His head is cropped at the top, his arms extend beyond the edges of the canvas, and his legs are cropped near the bottom. The composition follows the rule of thirds, a principle that places key elements off-center to create visual balance and movement. The background is painted with thin washes, while the figure itself incorporates varied paint textures, ranging from thick impastos to more fluid, directional brushstrokes that follow the contours of his muscles and clothing. The overall color palette consists of warm, natural skin tones contrasted against cooler grays and neutral shadows.
This painting explores themes of physicality, sensuality, and identity. The focus on the male form, particularly in a way that highlights strength and confidence, connects to homoerotic imagery that has long been a part of art history. The work is meant to resonate with those who appreciate the aesthetic of masculinity, particularly within LGBTQ+ culture. The subject’s pose, along with the close cropping, creates a sense of intimacy while emphasizing the sculptural qualities of the body.
Much of my work engages with the representation of masculinity, often playing with classical ideals and contemporary perspectives. In this piece, I wanted to use texture and composition to heighten the physical presence of the subject, making the viewer aware of both the body and the materiality of the paint itself. The dynamic brushwork and thick layering in some areas give the surface a tactile quality that echoes the form it represents. By positioning the figure in a way that breaks the traditional centered portrait format, I aimed to create a sense of movement and immediacy. This painting is part of my ongoing exploration of the ways in which male bodies are framed and perceived in art and culture.
FREE SHIPPING Shipping takes 3-4 Weeks This ships from Round Lake Beach, Illinois. A suburb outside of Chicago. I use UPS and sometimes US Post.
This is on gallery wrapped canvas so there won’t be a need to frame it.
My oil painting He Had a Haunch is a 24x36-inch piece created on stretched canvas. The painting depicts a muscular man seen from behind, wearing a loosely fitted tank top. His head is cropped at the top, his arms extend beyond the edges of the canvas, and his legs are cropped near the bottom. The composition follows the rule of thirds, a principle that places key elements off-center to create visual balance and movement. The background is painted with thin washes, while the figure itself incorporates varied paint textures, ranging from thick impastos to more fluid, directional brushstrokes that follow the contours of his muscles and clothing. The overall color palette consists of warm, natural skin tones contrasted against cooler grays and neutral shadows.
This painting explores themes of physicality, sensuality, and identity. The focus on the male form, particularly in a way that highlights strength and confidence, connects to homoerotic imagery that has long been a part of art history. The work is meant to resonate with those who appreciate the aesthetic of masculinity, particularly within LGBTQ+ culture. The subject’s pose, along with the close cropping, creates a sense of intimacy while emphasizing the sculptural qualities of the body.
Much of my work engages with the representation of masculinity, often playing with classical ideals and contemporary perspectives. In this piece, I wanted to use texture and composition to heighten the physical presence of the subject, making the viewer aware of both the body and the materiality of the paint itself. The dynamic brushwork and thick layering in some areas give the surface a tactile quality that echoes the form it represents. By positioning the figure in a way that breaks the traditional centered portrait format, I aimed to create a sense of movement and immediacy. This painting is part of my ongoing exploration of the ways in which male bodies are framed and perceived in art and culture.
FREE SHIPPING Shipping takes 3-4 Weeks This ships from Round Lake Beach, Illinois. A suburb outside of Chicago. I use UPS and sometimes US Post.
This is on gallery wrapped canvas so there won’t be a need to frame it.
My oil painting He Had a Haunch is a 24x36-inch piece created on stretched canvas. The painting depicts a muscular man seen from behind, wearing a loosely fitted tank top. His head is cropped at the top, his arms extend beyond the edges of the canvas, and his legs are cropped near the bottom. The composition follows the rule of thirds, a principle that places key elements off-center to create visual balance and movement. The background is painted with thin washes, while the figure itself incorporates varied paint textures, ranging from thick impastos to more fluid, directional brushstrokes that follow the contours of his muscles and clothing. The overall color palette consists of warm, natural skin tones contrasted against cooler grays and neutral shadows.
This painting explores themes of physicality, sensuality, and identity. The focus on the male form, particularly in a way that highlights strength and confidence, connects to homoerotic imagery that has long been a part of art history. The work is meant to resonate with those who appreciate the aesthetic of masculinity, particularly within LGBTQ+ culture. The subject’s pose, along with the close cropping, creates a sense of intimacy while emphasizing the sculptural qualities of the body.
Much of my work engages with the representation of masculinity, often playing with classical ideals and contemporary perspectives. In this piece, I wanted to use texture and composition to heighten the physical presence of the subject, making the viewer aware of both the body and the materiality of the paint itself. The dynamic brushwork and thick layering in some areas give the surface a tactile quality that echoes the form it represents. By positioning the figure in a way that breaks the traditional centered portrait format, I aimed to create a sense of movement and immediacy. This painting is part of my ongoing exploration of the ways in which male bodies are framed and perceived in art and culture.
