Favorite Boots

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8"x 8" Oil on linen.

$65

This painting was done in a flash. At least a flash for me. It is my third submission to Karin Jurick's "Different Strokes from Different Folks" blog. The reference photo was a shot of her favorite work boots. I wanted to keep it loose and a little ''rough" looking in keeping with the subject matter. A linen canvas board was used to add texture and I kept my color palette to two blues, two browns, white and a touch of yellow ochre.

I stopped before I felt the piece was finished so that I wouldn' t take it too far. Maybe tomorrow I'll see something minor to change and I'll be able to leave the rest alone. It looks so unfinished to me now , more like a study. I'm going to wait a while before posting to Karin's blog until I know if it's done. It's not due until next Wednesday so if you want to add your version of Karin's boots, jump in!

Update: I left it completely alone and sent it to Karin's blog today- Friday the 12th.
I feel totally unsure if it's done, but I'm taking the leap! LOL

Morning Light

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8"x 10" Oil on canvas.

$100

I once again accepted the weekly challenge on Karin Jurick's "Different Strokes from Different Folks" blog.

The photo that was offered appealed to me because I'm drawn to back lit images, especially natural light. The challenge to capture reflections also rocks my world so this image was a pleasure to paint. You can see the original photo on Karin's site and view many artist's interpretations of the same image.

My approach to this painting was a bit of a departure for me. I wanted to keep it loose and impressionist. I didn't want to "copy" the photo, but capture the morning light and the contrast between the outdoor space and the intimacy of the indoor setting.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving with friends and family. Happy December!