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| Absorption in Variation oil on birch panel 12 x 16 |
I have been doing small works on paper lately, but every now and then I feel the need to paint larger. I can add so much more detail on a surface that is 9 x 12 inch or larger and over time I have learned that those little details are what I love most about painting. Those little surprises added for the viewer are like hiding easter eggs at an easter egg hunt. There was a time when I loved painting faces the most, but lately I have been more interested in adding less detail there and more in the surroundings, unless I am working on a portrait.
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This scene is almost autobiographical. My husband and I do position ourselves in these spots on the couch and our dog Hurley is usually asking for my attention (and getting it). Vic never reads a newspaper (does anyone?), he is more of an internet reader, and am usually reading a book rather than staring off into space. Though I DO do that from time to time!
This room composition is based on a sketch of my living room. Most of the furnishings and decor are added. I do not own a fish lamp, but after painting this I would not mind having one!
I love this so much--all the details!--and the newspaper is wonderful--not an easy thing to paint! Everything about this painting is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYou are correct! The paper was difficult to paint. You have a great eye Janet! Thank you so much for your comment! xo
DeleteWhat a perfect description "hiding Easter eggs"! I can explore your
ReplyDeletepaintings on my wall and see new relationships every time. I also ove the abstracted view thru the window behind them.
I am so so glad you are still enjoying your paintings Patty. I love that you noticed the view outside. Thank you so much!! xo
DeleteI too love this piece, and agree that your work provides a wonderful Easter egg/scavenger hunt of details to inspire bits of stories in a viewer's imagination. I personally react to art as an emotional experience and seldom enjoy work that doesn't evoke that kind of response, no matter the technical skill involved.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Lauren. I love the interior you painted in August. Your parrot was amazing too. Not easy!!!
DeleteThis is a wonderful painting and very satisfying to spend time exploring all the different aspects that are in it. You have a gift of storytelling without words, my friend.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
ReplyDeleteThank you dear Julie. Sending love.
ReplyDeleteIt is a lovely scene in all it's details Lisa.
ReplyDeleteIt can be hard to add little surprise on small pieces.
Fun to consider that this is kind of a glimpse of your life.
Thank you Tammie, I am so happy you stopped by to comment.
DeleteHi Lisa,
ReplyDeleteI cannot find your email, I went to contact you and I cannot get the email to go through. I had a few questions to ask you. My email is subodhstudio@yahoo.com
Thanks! Hope to speak soon!