This expressive canvas print showcases social realism through a dynamic charcoal composition from Lee Wilde’s Urban Observations series. Three runners surge forward in synchronized tension—arms pumping, muscles taut, bodies suspended in effort. The grayscale palette strips away distraction, emphasizing form, movement, and the pulse of urban life.
Rendered in bold graphite strokes and visible smudges, the background recedes into abstraction—allowing the viewer to focus on anatomy under pressure and the raw rhythm of existence. Each runner isn’t just in motion; they are leaning into purpose.
This artwork transforms a fleeting everyday scene into a quietly monumental exploration of persistence and presence.
Slice of Life
“Slice of life” refers to a genre that captures everyday moments with quiet honesty and emotional nuance—often without overt drama or conclusion. It’s about finding significance in the ordinary, revealing subtle truths through naturalistic depictions of real people, real gestures, and fleeting experiences.
Run fits this genre by crystallizing a transient urban moment: three runners mid-stride, caught between effort and ephemerality. There’s no podium, no finish line—just motion and focus, rendered in monochrome to highlight the anatomical rhythm of the scene. Like many slice-of-life works, it invites reflection on persistence, purpose, and the unspectacular grace of movement through modern life. In its smudges and tension, we glimpse something unposed and quietly profound.
Sources:
- Social Realism – Painting, Origins, Techniques & Examples | Britannica
- Social Realism – Definition, Examples, History & More | Jerwood Visual Arts
- Materials: Responsibly sourced FSC-certified wood stretcher bars, cotton-polyester blend (300-350gsm, 350-400 microns).
- Sides: Thick (4cm)
- Hanging Kit: Included
Your print is produced through Gelato, who work with industry‑leading print partners in 14 countries. This means your order is printed as close to your location as possible, reducing both shipping time and environmental impact. Each piece is made to order, handled with care, and packaged securely to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.
Delivery times vary depending on your region, but most orders are fulfilled and dispatched within a few days. You’ll receive tracking details as soon as your print is on its way. If you’re purchasing from overseas, Gelato’s global network helps minimise delays and customs interruptions, giving you a smoother, more reliable delivery experience.
Each print is produced through Gelato’s network of industry‑leading print facilities, using archival‑grade papers and professional inks chosen for clarity, depth, and longevity. The exact materials may vary slightly depending on your region, as Gelato partners with trusted local printers in 14 countries to ensure the highest possible quality close to home.
Your artwork is printed to order, allowing every piece to be freshly produced rather than pulled from storage. This approach preserves tonal accuracy, fine detail, and the subtle textures that define my charcoal‑based work. Every print is handled with care from production to packaging, so the materials you receive reflect the integrity of the original drawing.
Each print is made to order through Gelato’s global network, so returns are limited to situations where an item arrives damaged, defective, or significantly different from what you expected. If that happens, simply send a brief note with photos and I’ll arrange a prompt replacement through Gelato. My priority is to ensure you receive the artwork you intended in perfect condition, and I’m always here to help if something isn’t right.
Run - Social Realism Canvas Print
- Regular price
- $129.34 AUD
- Sale price
- $129.34 AUD
- Regular price
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Your print is produced through Gelato, who work with industry‑leading print partners in 14 countries. This means your order is printed as close to your location as possible, reducing both shipping time and environmental impact. Each piece is made to order, handled with care, and packaged securely to ensure it arrives in perfect condition.
Delivery times vary depending on your region, but most orders are fulfilled and dispatched within a few days. You’ll receive tracking details as soon as your print is on its way. If you’re purchasing from overseas, Gelato’s global network helps minimise delays and customs interruptions, giving you a smoother, more reliable delivery experience.
Each print is produced through Gelato’s network of industry‑leading print facilities, using archival‑grade papers and professional inks chosen for clarity, depth, and longevity. The exact materials may vary slightly depending on your region, as Gelato partners with trusted local printers in 14 countries to ensure the highest possible quality close to home.
Your artwork is printed to order, allowing every piece to be freshly produced rather than pulled from storage. This approach preserves tonal accuracy, fine detail, and the subtle textures that define my charcoal‑based work. Every print is handled with care from production to packaging, so the materials you receive reflect the integrity of the original drawing.
Each print is made to order through Gelato’s global network, so returns are limited to situations where an item arrives damaged, defective, or significantly different from what you expected. If that happens, simply send a brief note with photos and I’ll arrange a prompt replacement through Gelato. My priority is to ensure you receive the artwork you intended in perfect condition, and I’m always here to help if something isn’t right.