This is a mixed media painting, done with inks, watercolor, acrylics, and alcohol inks. It's hard in the photo to see all the layers,as there are lots and lots of colors. It is painted on a 10x8 canvas with 1 1/2 inch deep gallery wrapped sides that will be painted a rich dark color. There is no need for a frame. It will be varnished, which brings out the depth of the layers. I have painted pears for years but not enough lately, because I realize every time that I love painting them!
Oh, and the title? It came after the fact, as usual. When I look at a finished painting, it's usually easy to come up with a title, depending on the "personality" of whatever it is. In this case, there was no doubt: they were having a discussion.....
Oh, and the title? It came after the fact, as usual. When I look at a finished painting, it's usually easy to come up with a title, depending on the "personality" of whatever it is. In this case, there was no doubt: they were having a discussion.....
Laurie, wish I could have watched you work on this one. The depth and dimensionality are magnificent, not to mention the color and pear personalities. You've got the simplicity of composition and everyday objects married together with the complexity of creating palpable heft and lush vibrancy—seemingly out of next to nothing. What alchemy!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Dotty! I'm an alchemist!
DeleteActually, I dripped, dropped,spattered, pooled, and tried lots of things. Then did some negative painting around areas I liked and wanted to preserve. Then some glazing. The beautiful blues don't show up as much as in person (right lower pear). It was fun to do!
What great colors Laurie! I like the title too - poor old fellow must be in a terrible state because he sure looks down - lol
ReplyDeleteHa! Yep, that guy laying down isn't at the top of his game. I suppose I could start being more professional and calling it something like, "Pear Study #9" or something like that. But it's not me! Thanks, Val
DeleteYour pear personalities are unpearalleled!
ReplyDeleteHahahaha! My kinda girl, Sheila! Thank you!
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