Country Ride 1982

erniebarnes

figurative

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

surrealism

painting painterly

animal drawing portrait

watercolour illustration

surrealist

watercolor

"Country Ride" is a 1982 oil painting by Ernie Barnes, depicting a jockey riding a rearing horse along a dirt road. Barnes was known for his stylized depictions of Black figures in dynamic poses, often referencing sports and everyday life. The composition is striking, capturing the energy of the horse's movement and the jockey's control. Barnes's use of bold colors and expressive brushstrokes further enhances the painting's sense of dynamism. "Country Ride" exemplifies Barnes' signature style, capturing a moment of athleticism and grace.