Don's studio in Cave Creek, Arizona.

D R A M A T I C   R E A L I S M "Illuminating the figure in a whole new way" Donald Clapper illuminates the figure applying multiple light sources with color splashes penetrating the composition. This dramatic colorful lighting adds drama and mystery to the figure. The style combines everything that the artist enjoys in quality painting... dramatic lighting, interesting composition, skillful technique and a unique blend of exciting color. Click on Donald Clapper's latest video on the left with the artist himself explaining his new dramatic realism paintings Don Clapper is a charter member of a major artist's organization called the International Guild of Realism (IGOR). 2011, IGOR had it's sixth annual show in Santa Fe, NM, so enojoy seeing the highlights of the show and the events by clicking on the video to the left. GO TO FIGURATIVE GALLERY