Wednesday, April 15, 2009

"Easter"

4 x 8"
oil on masonite
sold

Sometimes I have a quiet evening when I know I'm only in the mood to paint something quick and loose - a study of sorts. I spotted this little girl on Easter morning, outside of a nearby church - a perfect little subject to practice painting children. I also did a little head study you'll see tomorrow.

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8 comments:

  1. Elizabeth SeaverApril 15, 2009 at 3:21 PM

    I love the "moment in time" aspect of this painting, helped by your beautiful, visible brush strokes.

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  2. Mark BridgesApril 15, 2009 at 5:50 PM

    That's a beautifully painted piece.

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  3. Jane HuntApril 15, 2009 at 6:14 PM

    Yes, the looseness of this piece is wonderful!

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  4. UnknownApril 15, 2009 at 6:35 PM

    Love it - it brings good memories back of an Easter I spent in Washington DC and a picnic I saw at a nearby church.

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  5. Jeff MahorneyApril 16, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    beautiful brushwork as always.I love the skin tones as the approach the forehead highlight.

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  6. Gary KeimigApril 16, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    very nice figure work. Very expessive in a painterly way. You are doing great work

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  7. Gwen BellApril 16, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Love the reds in her skin and bow and her nonchalant posture. Really nice little painting! Can't wait to see the head study.

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  8. Marian FortunatiApril 16, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    She's beautiful!!

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