Original 9" X 12" Oil Painting on Canvas Panel
Well, here it is as promised, the second attempt at painting the apple bough. I have to say that I have a newfound respect for apple painters like Carol Marine. These apples were a very intense red. I found it difficult to make them look "lit up" against the blue background without sacrificing the intensity of the local color. I was hoping that by adding the white bowl to the mix I might have an easier time judging my value relationships, but only succeeded in adding the additional challenge of painting ellipses. Perhaps I need to try a different ground next time. It was one of those days where the greatest reward was knowing I showed up and put in my time. Sometimes it seems like the successful paintings tend to be sandwiched between a few frustrating ones.
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Really beautiful! I liked the one from last week too though!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Diane, I visited your website and found it to be quite the inspiration. I like that you are so committed to your genre. I am still searching for my voice, so I paint everything. I especially liked, White on White, Earth tone Tulips and Rainy Day Blooms. Keep it up, you are doing some really nice work!
ReplyDeleteI'm catching up as I haven't visited your site for a while. I like this arrangement. Nice job.
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