This and That
Still LIfe Oil painting, cloth and several items.19 total reviews
Comment from Browncat
This painting has pleasing vivid colors, and you can obviously paint. But for a still life picture, it is not calming to me. It's not obvious to me that the red covering is a scarf. I keep wondering if the purple splotches are paw prints or chips of amethyst. The cookie isn't obvious to me, either (I only know about it because of your description). I appreciate the skill involved in creating a still life picture because I tried doing it for a photography contest and mine was disastrous! The apples, eggs, and cookies are common kitchen items. Adding the crystal (?) vase seems out of place to me.
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reply by the author on 16-May-2022
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This painting has pleasing vivid colors, and you can obviously paint. But for a still life picture, it is not calming to me. It's not obvious to me that the red covering is a scarf. I keep wondering if the purple splotches are paw prints or chips of amethyst. The cookie isn't obvious to me, either (I only know about it because of your description). I appreciate the skill involved in creating a still life picture because I tried doing it for a photography contest and mine was disastrous! The apples, eggs, and cookies are common kitchen items. Adding the crystal (?) vase seems out of place to me.
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Comment Written 15-May-2022
reply by the author on 16-May-2022
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I did this painting in oil years ago as my first still life on canvas when I began classes at VA TECH; therefore, it was really a practice painting in a sense. I probably should have entered my first one before ever having taken any art. Sorry such a low rating. I changed some of the items. I may edit and replace with the other before this first one here, in practice.
Comment from scarletwalking
The shading of your items is alright. I just don't understand on what they are resting. It looks like a sofa cushion. I can see this is your first try in oils. That is why I gave you 4 and a half stars. The painting of your small vase looks like you really tried. The painting of your red apple looks better than the other apples and the eggs.
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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The shading of your items is alright. I just don't understand on what they are resting. It looks like a sofa cushion. I can see this is your first try in oils. That is why I gave you 4 and a half stars. The painting of your small vase looks like you really tried. The painting of your red apple looks better than the other apples and the eggs.
Comment Written 14-May-2022
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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Thank you, scarletwalking. Yes it was my very first oil painting, first project years ago. They are resting in the folds of the cloth on the surface. Glad I have come so far since then. I think I later took the eggs out, perhaps the cookies. The vase was actually the easiest and I've done more since then. I later realized it needed more room in the bowl so I brought the yellow apple down to 1/2. Thanks for your help. Means a lot. I still draw better than I paint especially years ago. I have drawn and colored so much more.
Comment from iPhone7
Very well done. I can appreciate this artistic work as I have recently taken classes in oil painting for the first time. Not as easy as true artists make it seem.
Great colors and the glass vase is so well done. The shapes and sheens on the apples is very well done.
A great entry for the contest and I wish you all the best in the contest ~ Steve
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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Very well done. I can appreciate this artistic work as I have recently taken classes in oil painting for the first time. Not as easy as true artists make it seem.
Great colors and the glass vase is so well done. The shapes and sheens on the apples is very well done.
A great entry for the contest and I wish you all the best in the contest ~ Steve
Comment Written 13-May-2022
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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Thank you, artist friend. Appreciate your review.
Comment from cleo85
Your painting is intriguing. The objects are looking like a snake served for teatime. The reflections at the cookie jar are especial interesting. The abstract design of the red cloth at the background emphasizes the still life nicely. The artwork is well composed and framed. The composition is balanced.
reply by the author on 13-May-2022
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Your painting is intriguing. The objects are looking like a snake served for teatime. The reflections at the cookie jar are especial interesting. The abstract design of the red cloth at the background emphasizes the still life nicely. The artwork is well composed and framed. The composition is balanced.
Comment Written 13-May-2022
reply by the author on 13-May-2022
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Thank you, artist friend, Cleo. Interesting comments regarding "like a snake served for teatime." I see that somewhat now. Isn't it amazing how we see different things and yet are helpful to one another, especially artists like you.
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You're very welcome! :o)
I was going to write like a snack served for teatime. Sorry for my writing mistake. Please, acept my apology.
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Fine. You always write well, intriguing, and/or interesting and help make our day better.
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Thank you! :o)
Comment from Montana Shooter
Considering this is your first still life I am in awe! the fruit looks good enough to eat, and painting glass is tough but you handled it well. It all looks great nestled in the folds of the scarf.
Very nicely done.
reply by the author on 12-May-2022
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Considering this is your first still life I am in awe! the fruit looks good enough to eat, and painting glass is tough but you handled it well. It all looks great nestled in the folds of the scarf.
Very nicely done.
Comment Written 11-May-2022
reply by the author on 12-May-2022
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Thank you for your kindness and encouragement. I really apreciate both, as sell as encouraging insight on my first oil on canvas.
Comment from Zilyram
An interesting entry into the contest showing the vibrant colored background reflected through the vase which is my favorite part. Not sure about the eggs and cookie doesn't quite fit to me. The apples look good and are well placed.
reply by the author on 12-May-2022
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An interesting entry into the contest showing the vibrant colored background reflected through the vase which is my favorite part. Not sure about the eggs and cookie doesn't quite fit to me. The apples look good and are well placed.
Comment Written 11-May-2022
reply by the author on 12-May-2022
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Thank you, artist friend. It was my first still life in oils on canvas. I made little changes a little later. Again, appreciate your reviewing.
Comment from Way West
Very unusual and pretty! I like this painting because it is unique with excellent details and nice depth. The bold background color gives great highlight to the still life items. Well done and best wishes for the contest!
reply by the author on 11-May-2022
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Very unusual and pretty! I like this painting because it is unique with excellent details and nice depth. The bold background color gives great highlight to the still life items. Well done and best wishes for the contest!
Comment Written 10-May-2022
reply by the author on 11-May-2022
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Thank you so very much, artist friend Jodi. And for your coveted support and kind words.
Comment from MKFlood
very cool and colorful. the shading and highlights is great. the fruit and glass form is great. the depth is great. the details is great. the blend of the colors is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall.
reply by the author on 11-May-2022
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very cool and colorful. the shading and highlights is great. the fruit and glass form is great. the depth is great. the details is great. the blend of the colors is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall.
Comment Written 10-May-2022
reply by the author on 11-May-2022
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Thank you, artist friend MKFlood. You are here when I need your encouraging words and I appreciate that so much.
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Comment from alaskapat
This is an interesting entry for the contest, it s the vase that stands out here for me! It is impressive the way you show the clear glass and it's texture. The apples , cookies and eggs are well rendered and I think the red silk scarf makes a nice background for these objects.
Very well rendered, arranged and presented! Best wishes to you in this contest!
reply by the author on 11-May-2022
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This is an interesting entry for the contest, it s the vase that stands out here for me! It is impressive the way you show the clear glass and it's texture. The apples , cookies and eggs are well rendered and I think the red silk scarf makes a nice background for these objects.
Very well rendered, arranged and presented! Best wishes to you in this contest!
Comment Written 10-May-2022
reply by the author on 11-May-2022
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Thank you so very much, artist friend, alaskapat. And, thanks for the best wishes. How I need them. Thanks for all support and encouragement.
Comment from krowboom
Love the red blanket that the objects are sitting on. Especially like how you handled the glass vase which I know isn't easy. Little confused as to what the object on the right in the shallow bowl. Apples look great. Nice painting
reply by the author on 10-May-2022
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Love the red blanket that the objects are sitting on. Especially like how you handled the glass vase which I know isn't easy. Little confused as to what the object on the right in the shallow bowl. Apples look great. Nice painting
Comment Written 10-May-2022
reply by the author on 10-May-2022
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Thank you so much. Oh, that was just a cookie(s) I added. Really appreciate your reviewing this and encouraging words/