One Way 1984

"One Way" is a 1984 painting by Robert Cottingham, a renowned American Photorealist artist known for his precise depictions of urban landscapes. Cottingham's signature style is evident in this work, where he captures the mundane details of city life with remarkable accuracy, such as the street signs, traffic lights, and storefronts. The painting's vibrant colors and flat planes create a sense of visual depth, inviting the viewer to explore the intricate details of this everyday scene. The composition's emphasis on urban elements, particularly the stark geometric forms, speaks to Cottingham's fascination with the interplay between modern architecture and the everyday objects that populate our urban environments.