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RED BUD TIME

March 15th, 2008

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24X18 oil on canvas panel         unavailable
Today I decided to have a go at a larger painting, but still try to finish it all in one session. I shot this reference while on the way to meet with a client who wants a painting done on the grounds around their beautiful log home, high above Lake Granite Shoals. I parked on the road and hiked up into the hillside and eventually came upon this view. I did a quick compositional plan from the photo first, and then went after it. It was exhilarating to work large with my big brushes and lots of paint.
My daily painting exercise has definitely raised my confidence level and developed my approach. I managed to get this all in one go, but I’m exhausted. I’ll postpone my judgments on the results until tomorrow, when I’m rested. I can be more objective once I get some distance on the struggle.

2 Comments »

  1. Delicious… Really sweet red bud in bloom against the blue shadows in rocks! I adore their heart shaped leaf as well.

    Comment by Candy Barr — March 16, 2008 @ 9:16 am

  2. Nice to hear from you, Candy. I appreciate your taking the time to see my blog, and leave me a comment. I want to take the time to look through your blog this week. I remember putting it on my list to see awhile back when I found some of your early colorful landscapes and interiors. Love that pumped color!

    Comment by Jimmy Longacre — March 16, 2008 @ 5:49 pm

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