6"x6"
I've never painted watermelon before, and I wasn't sure I'd like the subject because I like interesting shapes, not just pleasing color. Once I cut up this watermelon for my family I realized that the wedges can make quite interesting compositions.
The last couple of weeks I've been trying to concentrate on the business end of things, and I've learned something- the business end of things can completely take over if you let it! I'm traveling to an island in Maine for a couple weeks, and am excited to paint there, but in the midst of packing and running last minute errands I felt that I HAD to do a small painting or explode. I limited myself to three hours, which stretched to four, then five.
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9 comments:
Hello Taryn, did you make the family wait until you got it painted (lol)
I like it!
Indeed a lovely composition and lovely colors! Nicely done!
Nice! I can see how fun this was to paint. I know what you mean about the business end. It is hard to find a balance at times.
Luscious! And great variations in your greens. Maine is beautiful - what island are you painting on?
Great post Taryn. That balance is what makes a successful professional artist. We are healthy when we notice that we are off balance. Having goals written down on paper is really a good way to stay on track. I have mid-range goals set for this fall. One involves branding/promoting the DPP. I am also preparing for a Daily Painting Challenge that will keep my brush wet. I always enjoy your paintings and it was great to see 4 of them in person as part of the Capitol Exhibit!
Love this! Yummy.... And if you are going to Acadia in Maine I can attest that it is wonderful!!!!
Makes me want to reach into the picture and grab a piece of that delicious watermelon!
I agree. I've been eating lots of watermelon lately and you've engaged a lot of senses in this painting. I can smell, taste and feel the watermelon in your painting. Wonderful
Excellent. Could look at this one for a long, long time.
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