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Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Grounded

I left off here last night
Played with the cast shadows

More detail work, and a very simple "ground"




   Well, I almost went cross-eyed painting this one, but it's done, and I think it looks alright. I had some very good input from Prabal, about connecting the tires more to the shadow. I thank you, Prabal; it makes a very good difference! I considered putting an angular, geometric shape, from the tractor to the upper right area, but decided a line would serve well to define the open space of the field to be worked.   I was attempting to conceptualize machinery as art, a shape in a design. I think I succeeded. As always, I welcome your comments and input!
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11 comments:

  1. SadamiAugust 31, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Hi, Kath,
    Very beautiful and eye catchy. Contrast is lovely.
    Cheers,Sadami

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  2. Rustique RestorationAugust 31, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    This is really neat Kathryn! I like the different style! Are these your tractors that your painting? Well done!

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  3. PrabalAugust 31, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    It has come out well. Leaving the white of the paper for the background is really brave. If it was me may be I would try to 'fill in' and spoil it.

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  4. PatSeptember 1, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    Wow!
    Very eye catching! Beautiful contrasts, outstanding piece xx

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  5. Ann BucknerSeptember 1, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    Wonderful shapes and values in this, Kathryn. I enjoy seeing your progress.

    Thanks too for all the encouraging comments on my work. You are the bestest. :)

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  6. Sandra BusbySeptember 1, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    I have never tried any type of machinary before - You make it look easy but I imagine it to be bery difficult indeed! Fantastic! And the strong shadows really bring it to life :0)

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  7. Robin RobertsSeptember 1, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    WOW - LOVE THE "ABSTRACTNESS" OF THE SHADOW VS THE MACHINERY. BEAUTIFULLY HANDLED - JUST THE RIGHT TOUCH!

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  8. javiSeptember 1, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    precioso y limpio trabajo, enhorabuena

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  9. V. DeshmukhSeptember 2, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    I agree with Prabal, this is a lovely painting. Perhaps my favourite among all your works.
    Best wishes,

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  10. Cristina Dalla ValentinaSeptember 2, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    I find very interesting your attemp to reproduce machinery as art, and this painting is very good! I love the coloured shadows, and the contrast of light on the tractor... and I agree with you, it is often easier to paint in a big format. Ciao, Cristina

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  11. Carrie Waller WatercolorsSeptember 2, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Very sculptural. Love the colors in the shadow and I agree with Prabal the deep shadow really grounded the whole thing.

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