Monday, March 7, 2011

Railroad Cutaway, 12 x 12, by Ron Donoughe

Sometimes I get excited to make a painting after just completing one, which is what happened here. By then I feel more like responding to the landscape rather than copying it. In addition, my mass colors are already mixed on my palette. I'm safely parked, and there it is right in front of me, the next potential painting. Why didn't I see this before? These efforts tend to be quite good or losers that get scraped off. This one was a keeper.

5 comments:

Tatiana said...

Another great one, Ron!
I love all your landscapes in general, not always have time to comment. Sorry. But ones with the nature and with no "build by humans" details I sure love the best! Just like this one.

Patricia A. Griffin said...

I agree. When plein air painting the last paintings of that day are concise in comparison to the more laborious start.

Claire Beadon Carnell said...

Most definitely a keeper. I love the subtle tones and the light in this, Ron. Beautiful work!

Christine Marx said...

I think this is my favorite piece this month. Beautiful composition.

Debra Kreiger said...

Lovely snow scene. I love the warmth of this painting even though it was a cold day!