Oil on 8x10 in. canvas
I decided to try something a bit different. I rearranged my room to change the position of my easel and subject. I pushed my chair back, and stood to paint. It made a big difference. (plus, standing burns a few more calories than sitting, and I could sure use that!)
These are some clementines and a sunburst tangerine, sitting on a silver platter, with a vase of green leaves and white cloth. I was attracted to the deep green color and orange together, and the dark wood of the table top. I enjoyed painting the cloth with all it's folds, I think I will do that more often in the future.
Thank you for all the lovely comments everybody!
Absolutely lovely, dreamy, and somehow so rich too! Maybe it is the silver platter? I don't know but it comes together so beautifully!
ReplyDeleteDebbie, you did a beautiful job with this piece...the fabric drapes perfectly, the color of the fruit is so believable, the classic composition...really lovely.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Such a beautiful, classical painting.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful, Debbie. I often stand at my easel and sit at my table to paint for the change. Even the slightest rearranging of your studio can produce new enthusiasm. Love your work!
ReplyDeleteSplendid! Really quite lovely. A wider view, yet still peaceful and intimate.
ReplyDeleteReally nice, wonderful composition.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully rendered.
ReplyDeleteWonderful!
ReplyDeleteOH SO VERY NICE, Debbie.... beautifully detailed, and love the white fabric draped !! love it, -Sandy Haynes
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!The drapery makes me think about Cézanne.
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