In this study, I wanted to try to capture the translucence of glass. When I finished, I decided that the thing I like best is the shadow of the glass carafe. Isn't that funny how we like one little part of a painting?
If you want to see glass beautifully done, check out Carrie Waller's award-winning work here or here: Her watercolor work is breathtaking.
7" X 9" oil on canvas panel
Virginia, thanks so much for the shout out. Just cruising through my blog list and what a happy little surprise:) You made my day!!! Your painting is terrific, and I know what you mean about loving one part of a painting, or even worse having one area that really bugs me (talking about my work here). Thanks so much for being a terrific blogger buddy:)
ReplyDeleteCarrie, your work is beautiful, and you deserve a wide following!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about having parts you're really pleased with in a painting. I think those small well executed passages are what help us grow as artists. I like your green bottle and the depth you created in it. Virginia thanks so much for visiting and your comments, which I always love. You seem to be so full of energy and enthusiasm! Carrie is right, you are a terrific blogger buddy.
ReplyDeleteThanks you, Claire. I'm a gee- whiz kind of girl, I guess. I haven't lost my enjoyment and amazement at the small things of life. I love looking at my blog list and seeing what has been posted. I may not leave an articulate analysis of a painting, but I can tell you when I like it!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad your grandson is better! And it's good to see your posts again on my blog list. I like the shadows of the glass too, and I like the reflections on the carafe itself.
ReplyDeletePainting glass is tricky business! I, too, love going after its translucency. Love the variety of shades in your green bottle.
ReplyDeleteI think you did quite well getting the glass to be translucent and I like the design qualities of the composition.
ReplyDeletePeindre les bouteilles est toujours un acte intéressant et surprenant de merveilleuses surprises... Votre travail est superbement réussi.
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Both the transu and the shadow really speaks,yes carrie's washes are terifficand unbelievable.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your nice comment in my blog Florida.
It looks beautiful Virginia! i like that shadow too :) And Carrie's glass is so beautiful isn't it? She must have so much patience!
ReplyDeleteNice job on the translucency and reflections.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work Virginia. Love the reflections..
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