Gerbera Daisy 6x6 oil on gesso board
This Gerbera was a tough one. Part of the flower is in the shadow and is very dark and part of the flower is brightly lit. The value pattern is one of the key elements in a painting and this was a bit of a struggle. Despite the brilliant colors in the flower the mixtures are mostly grays so as to set off the pops of color throughout the painting.Also, in spite of some sprinkles I managed to get in my swim this morning.. Of course I was the only one in the pool :D
I can't tell you what a distraction sunny days are. I feel like I should be out doing something but today, I'm loving the cool, cloudy, rainy day we're having. Perfect for being in the studio.
My last class at Von Liebig is Thursday, April 26 from 9-12. Click on my Classes and Workshops page above to sign up on line. This class has been a lot of fun! Hope to see you there.
21 comments:
I love this!!! How CUTE! It has been a weird day here...overcast, but no rain..still waiting for it!
xo,
RJ
I watched this from various viewpoints in the room! It is truly a little jewel!
De la fraîcheur, de la spontanéité, de l'élégance même pour cette fleur qui trône. J'aime l'ensemble des nuances de couleurs.
gros bisous
Wonderfully done! Love the colors and the way you handled them! Just sweet Mary!! A favorite:)
I think the colors are just exquisite, Mary! Beautiful composition and brushstrokes in the petals themselves.
As always..love this..so rich and creamy
Very impressive little flower! Brava!
Wonderful brush work and colors!!!!
Good luck with your last class of the year! Love the colors in this one. Great mix on those pinks.
I love your brushwork. It looks like every one counts and you don't have any that are not needed.
This is smartly done and well-painting in my opinion.
Hi, Mary. You asked what I was up to -- and thanks for asking. We are busy selling our condo at the beach (too many stairs for my husband) and moving to a new house (inland) and renovating that house. No painting for me until we get settled.
Your gerber daisy is great! I love how you handled the colors, the darks vs the grays and all that! Nice job!
Thanks for writing!
Delightfully simple. Love how you kept it just that-simple. It has personality.
Very nice job, congratulations, i love the light and the colours.. :)
Cheers!
HI Mary, just love this one! The colors are wonderful! I enjoy subscribing to your blog and getting your emails in my inbox. Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful talent!
Wowser! I love everything about this one. Great, lush brush strokes, beautiful color choices. Great job!!
I think the colors are just exquisite, Mary! Beautiful composition and brushstrokes in the petals themselves.
Beautiful!!! Great color harmony!!
nice posting..........
Wonderfully done! Love the image and the way you handled them!
Great blog here! Every posting amazing.
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