Wrigley Field

This vibrant watercolor painting depicts Wrigley Field Stadium in downtown Chicago. IThe painting took approximately 300 hours to complete and is watercolor on paper, measuring 24" x 18". The painting is part of Niki's watercolor collection, which features cityscapes and architectural scenes meant to commemorate our nostalgic memories and the chapters of our lives. This scene celebrates the anticipation and excitement in gathering with friends to attend a sporting event, especially at the beginning of a season. Niki contrasts the crowd and the stadium, composing the organic mass of people alongside the massive geometric building. Brilliant yellow-orange sunlight and deep purple shadows unify the scene and induce a warm, summer feeling.About Niki's Process:Niki starts by photographing the scene herself at different times of the day. She works from a handful of photos with varying light and pulls different elements she wants to make the most “perfect” fantasy-like scene. The paintings be