Morning Vapors, 18 x 18
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Here again, I worked from my small plein air study to paint a larger painting in the studio. Revisiting my field paintings takes me right back to the original moment in time - complete with sights and sounds. On this particular early and foggy morning, a very cute couple came speed walking past. When they saw what I was doing, they slowed down and asked if they could take a look. (Most people actually don't stop.) It was really satisfying to me when they agreed that the subject was worthy of painting. "And it's right here in front of our very eyes!" they said. As if, maybe, they were seeing it for the first time. I felt like I had done my job that day.
Gorgeous. Love the limited palette and subtle colors. Very striking and moody.
ReplyDeleteThis is a brilliant painting Laurel, fantastic. I hope you were
ReplyDeletecovered up, and nice a warm. The painting gave me a shiver when I first looked at it. Brilliant.
All the best Laurel.
Vic.
such few colours, such dramatic effect Laurel and a great story to go with it:)
ReplyDeleteI really like the edges and the light coming through the leaves.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gift you gave them. It's just beautiful Laurel!
ReplyDeleteThis is so peaceful. The subtle differences in the colors and values of the tree make me feel like I'm actually there. Really beautiful, Laurel.
ReplyDeleteOh my... this is stunning!!
ReplyDeleteI really do understand what they said, though... I think that we (artists) tend to see more beauty because we take the time to LOOK.
Beautiful job, Laurel!!
I see several compositional things on in this one. You've woven all the pieces together so well.
ReplyDeletethat would be "several compositional things going on..." It's late!!
ReplyDeleteI've really been enjoying this series, because we don't have that many clear, crisp days here in NC, and these have been great lessons to me about how to paint softly-lit and hazy scenes.
ReplyDeleteYou managed to achieve the looseness and spontaneity of a plein air piece in a much larger work. I find this difficult to do. Great work.
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