Who Ordered the Cannoli by Ben Jeffery

Who Ordered the Cannoli

A Masterpiece of Cinematic Intrigue

This “Who Ordered Cannoli” limited edition Giclée print by Ben Jeffery captures a compelling scene that sparks the imagination. The artwork, framed in a sleek black border, draws the eye into a gathering of iconic characters. It appears to depict a meeting of notorious mobsters and their associates.

A Scene of Tension and Luxury

Seated around a table laden with food and drink, each figure exudes a distinct aura. Some smoke cigars while others sip wine. There is a sense of unease as they appear poised for action. The artist masterfully balances the glamour of their surroundings with the lurking threat of violence. Indeed, the stark contrast between the rich details and the underlying darkness creates a captivating visual experience. Moreover, the composition skillfully directs the viewer’s attention to the array of characters and the weaponry placed strategically on the table.

Technically Sublime, A Collectors Treasure

Ben Jeffery’s attention to detail is evident in every stroke, from the texture of the clothing to the reflections on the glassware. The Giclée printing process ensures exceptional colour accuracy and longevity, thus preserving the artwork’s beauty for years to come. Furthermore, the limited edition status adds to its collectibility, making it a truly unique and valuable piece for any art enthusiast. In addition, the monochrome palette, punctuated by the subtle use of gold accents, enhances the artwork’s dramatic impact.

Ben Jeffery’s Biography

Ben was born in 1986 and grew up in Barnet, north London. Since his grandfather introduced him to the work of John Varley he always had a keen interest in art. He was a renowned 18th Century watercolour artist and is related to the Jeffery family.

He first realised he wanted to be an artist in secondary school, so a few classmates and him used to have bets to see who could draw the best portrait of someone. Furthermore he painted a portrait of his dad for a mock GCSE which got admired by the entire art class.

He continued to study Art to degree level and received a lot of guidance and advice throughout the years but his technique is mostly self taught. When studying Art at College and University, he was mainly left to his own devises.

He always wanted to paint with oils and come up with colourful detailed paintings, this wasn’t always well received by his tutors, but his classmates were always quite impressed with what Ben came up with. It’s a case of trial and error a lot of the time, trying new ways of controlling the paint, from there his style has evolved.

He normally works in two stages: he first paints the entire canvas in base colours. After it has dried, he paints a second layer, adding more and more detail. After he finishes a painting, he leaves it a day or so before look at it again, this helps Ben pick up on areas that need changing.

His work is fairly diverse, ranging from portraits to landscapes, in both pencil and oils. He loves working with vivid, bright colours to create a unique and modern style. He is huge Sci-fi movie fan and he loves special effects.

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