Artwork Description
Reproduction of Slice of Pie on Stripes by Sue Schlabach
Sue Schlabach — "Slice of Pie on Stripes". This watercolor illustration by Sue Schlabach exemplifies a contemporary revival of the still life genre, characterized by its playful subject matter and accessible aesthetic. The work aligns with the broader tradition of American illustration, drawing upon the narrative charm of mid-century food advertising while transcending it through a distinctly personal and whimsical touch. Compositionally, the piece is grounded in a centered, balanced arrangement that emphasizes the primary subject—the slice of pie—while the surrounding negative space and the subtle striped background create a sense of quiet intimacy. Schlabach employs a soft, fluid technique, allowing the watercolor to bleed gently at the edges, which enhances the organic, handcrafted quality of the image. The color palette is deliberately restrained, with the vibrant crimson of the pie filling serving as a powerful focal point against a background of warm, neutral beiges and soft blues, a strategy that underscores the artwork's modern sensibility. The piece is not a mere depiction but a celebration of domesticity and the sensory pleasure of food, resonating with a cultural nostalgia for artisanal goods and simple pleasures. Its appeal lies in its ability to transform a commonplace object into a symbol of comfort and joy, a testament to the enduring power of the still life to capture the quiet beauty of the everyday.For more art by Sue Schlabach click here.
Decorus Art is an authorized licensee of Wild Apple Graphics. All artwork is printed in-house and fulfilled directly from our U.S. studio.
Part Number: 100845a
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Material Details
1. Print on Demand Canvas
2. Print on Demand Poster Paper
3. Print on Demand Fine Art
Bleed and Trimming Information
- Bleed Information (canvas only): 3-inch mirrored bleed included. Reach out to us for other options.
- All Prints:
We include a small trim border around each print with order and copyright details. If you'd prefer your image printed right to the edge (no border), just let us know in the “Order Notes” section for that item.
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Shipping Format
✔ Rolled Fine Art Print
✔ Ships in Protective Tube
✔ Frame NOT included
Sue Schlabach
Sue Schlabach | 🌎 Vermont, USA
Sue Schlabach lives and works in rural Vermont where she and her family are renovating an old brick house. She loves the act of making things, whether art, food, gardens, photographs or textiles. She studied painting and photography in the late 1980s, but found herself unable to get started in her twenties. A galvanizing moment came at Charleston, the English country home of painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. The house and its furnishings, all painted with simplicity and urgency, inspired her to get started and stop hesitating. She picked up a paintbrush and...
Print on Demand Specific Information
All our prints are Print on Demand prints arrive ROLLED. They are rolled in protective glassine paper and inserted into a plastic sleeve. The art is then placed in a tube with secured end caps and placed inside a box for extra protection. These are NOT finished or framed Art pieces unless specified as such.
All sizes are specified in inches.
Canvas prints come standard with a 3" mirror bleed to allow for gallery stretching. If a different bleed or type of bleed is required please contact us before placing your order or add the request to the Notes section before adding it to your cart.
