Comment from jgrace
The flower is so well painted that I thought this was a photograph. The center of the flower catches my eye. Writing on the bottom might be better centered.

 Comment Written 11-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

jgrace,

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

The idea of having there is; your eye comes into the piece from the left, then to the flower then to the greeting.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

Comment from Malmax
What a lovely Christmas greeting made from the heart. Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and happy holiday season.
Beautiful work and a lovely image of this poppy.
All the best in the coming new year.
Malmax

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

Malmax,
Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.

Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

reply by Malmax on 12-Dec-2018

My pleasure Lucien!
Cheers and Happy Holidays
Marsha

Comment from Brendaartwork18
Lovely idea for a card. Nice background that shows off the flower. The bloom looks very real i can almost smell it. Well balanced and I think the greeting sits well in that position.

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

Brenda,

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

Comment from dalebraatz
a wonderful first impression , very good details and depth and textures, an a great seasons greeting work of art,
a pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

dale,

you are welcome!

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

reply by dalebraatz on 12-Dec-2018

Your very welcome

Comment from vicky osley
This is lovely, simple yet very tasteful for the holidays. I assume it is a white poinsettia.....really nice. The camp background is different but I like it and it works well with the theme. Nice job and Happy Holidays to you as well!

 Comment Written 10-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

Vicky,

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

reply by vicky osley on 13-Dec-2018

Thanks and Happy Holidays to you!

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Wow! Thanks for this fantabulous Yuletide greeting card for all of us!

Crisp & clear light impasto strokes.
Gorgeous color palette.
3-dimensional rendition.
Impeccable presentation.

Text font & color is apt for the season--nice contrast, too!

Happy Holidays, Sir!

(How do you say that in your language?)

Maligayang Pasko from the Philippines!

 Comment Written 09-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

Dick,
prachtige kerst, meneer! (Merry Christmas, Sir)

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

Comment from Monica Morrell
Wow this is a beautiful traditional art masterpiece!
Extremely well rendered.
Lovely sentiment!
Happy holidays to you!
Great technique.
Nicely presented!

 Comment Written 09-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

Monica,

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Lucien,
A beautiful painting of this white California Tree Poppy with the stamens shedding pollen onto the petals after a visiting Bee. Created by your skilful brushwork, beautiful choice blending & appilcation of your colours in bringing this Poppy to life.
Happy Christmas to you too!
for this Year 2018
Susan

 Comment Written 09-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

Susan,

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

Comment from Mary Christman
this is a beautiful piece of art you created. I love the colors on the flowers. the background was nicely created to help the flower pop out more.
such a warm seasons greetings welcome.
great job. thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

Mary,

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.

Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien

Comment from David Ruhl
Good to see you posting again Lucien! I've missed seeing your work and reading your insightful reviews. Lovely painting of the poppy. I wish you and all your loved ones a safe and happy 2019!

Dave

 Comment Written 08-Dec-2018

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reply by the author on 12-Dec-2018

David,
I hope to have more time next year to post new work and get back to reviewing, I am glad you appreciate my reviews/cirtiques.

Sorry for the delay in responding to your comments, it?s just a busy time of the year.
Thank you, for having taken the time to look, and then letting me know what you think of my artwork.
It brings me great pleasure to know that you enjoyed the painting.
Have a wonderful and great holiday season.
Cheers,
Lucien