So these are all the trees I’ve been painting and this is my reference photo. And it just dawned on me this minute that the first painting is not confined by a window frame…and I know, none of the paintings look like the reference photo…and the reference photo looks nothing like the first painting that I really like…I’m just a confused person….does anyone know what happened to Alan and Greeta?
That's an interesting observation. I wonder if it makes a difference when you add a mat and frame when there's already a window frame--is it too confined? Are trees meant to breathe free? On the other hand, I do like the window frame device, so I don't think it's that. What specifically did you like about the first one--for me, I love the lighting and atmosphere. I see you going for that in the others too--just at different times of day or year. That first one is late afternoon in late summer and there's a languor about it that's wonderful. Maybe you want to paint that gentle feeling more than that tree--less contrast; soft, warm palette, etc.? And yeah, Alan and Greeta haven't posted in a while. I thought they might be at their cottage.
ReplyDeleteWe’re here. I’ve been in PT since hip replacement which caused cramps in my leg that left me unable to sit or stand in one position for very long. Sometimes pharmaceuticals can take away the desire to paint, but I’m painting now. Greeta’s having similar issues but without joint replacement. She’s painting away.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, love that first tree. It has great structure with irregular borders and skyholes. It’s placed in front of a vague but interesting background. It has great coloring but could have stronger values if it didn’t mess up the ethereal look that I like so much.
Don’t mind the window frames (part of your interesting series) and I don’t think it adds or detracts from the view. The tree is the thing.