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Sunday, December 16, 2012

Cows - No ... Corn - Maybe

The cows did not work out. If I would have noticed BEFORE I put in the grasses, the cows on the right are all at  different levels. Another learning experience. After the fact, they would look much better with just a dark line at the object/reflection interface. Thank you to all of you who mentioned that a minimalist look would be better. I regret that I ignored the advice.


I painted all the husks this evening. I think the looseness is a reaction to the weather. It's snowing, and I hate snow. Horses neither ski nor skate.

Taken this morning. There is more coming down now. BOO! HISS!!

As always, your comments are most welcome!

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12 comments:

  1. JudyDecember 17, 2012 at 1:20 AM

    I hope you'll give the cows another try, Kathryn. Love the corn!

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  2. Sandra BusbyDecember 17, 2012 at 4:02 AM

    I'm not sure I would have even noticed if you hadn't pointed it out. Could you not disguise it with some strategically placed grasses?
    The corn is amazing - i just love the colours!
    I wonder if we will get snow this year? :0)

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  3. Vinayak DeshmukhDecember 17, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    I love the cows! Really couldnt see anything wrong with it until I read the post! Someone wisely said that an artist is his / her own worst critique :)! The corn is coming out great.

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  4. SusanDecember 17, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    Try the cows again, please, Kathryn! The corn is going to be woonderful - and - I LOVE the snow! I think Bruno does, too, even though he can neither ski nor skate!

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  5. Tweedles -- that's meDecember 17, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    We think the cows are perfect just the way they are!!
    This is the truth.
    love
    tweedles

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  6. Robin RobertsDecember 17, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    love the corn and the intricate design. And like the other friends,I hope the cows call you back

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  7. hmuxoDecember 18, 2012 at 5:30 AM

    I love your cows and don't think you should give up on them...I don't see anything wrong with them!!! Love the corn...!!!! We haven't seen any snow yet! I love it when it comes down but hate it when I have to go out and clean off my car because I have to go out..! LOL

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  8. Gatepost productionsDecember 18, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    Well I never found cows very interesting...until now... don't turn your back on them, Kathryn ... they are really full of promise.

    Corn looks good ... snow does not,ugh!

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    1. Midori YoshinoDecember 18, 2012 at 8:01 PM

      Your colour's of corn is gorgeous and I'm looking forward seeing your hydrangea.Thank you for sharing.

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  9. LydieDecember 18, 2012 at 11:51 PM

    I had not noticed the defect you mentioned. For me, the cows on the right may well be on a ground not leveled, hollow and hump. They do not have their feet in the water.

    Reflections, no ripple on the surface, give a somewhat surreal scene that could be a choice on your part. Exaggeration that gives the impression of a still image, as if time had stopped. Effect which is also incorporated by the clarity of the sky and water.

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  10. LydieDecember 18, 2012 at 11:53 PM

    Ah yes, I almost forgot: your work on the corn kernels's beautiful.

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  11. renateDecember 20, 2012 at 10:33 AM

    Dear Kathryn:) I will be a bit stupid, but I still don't see what there is not good. Not even in the magnification. I hope the cows still have a chance. I found the transition from Orange to blue so beautiful. And the cows with the reflections beautifully. Maybe you should let it rest for a while. The corn is wonderful. Nice colors and shape!
    And BOO to the snow for me too! Big hug:)

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