First time painting a Landscape -NOW FINISHED

by **demac** » Mon Jun 15, 2009 2:12 pm

Hi

Well this is my first Landscape in oils, I have never done one before Barb/Krista/Linda thank you for the inspiration. i would never have attempted this if it wasn't for you and everyone on this site.

Amazing what you do when you are inspired.

Deanne

by **BYart** » Mon Jun 15, 2009 7:23 pm

Oh girl I'm pulling up my chair to watch this one is progress! BRAVO(appluading

) for deciding to try something new! I'm sure it will be stunning!
Great start so far!

by **demac** » Fri Jun 19, 2009 3:47 pm

Well due to a little prompting from Barb here is the next installment of my landscape...

Its hard getting the effect of mud and soil with dapelling light shining through...on the light streak on the path I will be putting tyre tracks will be more touch ups

Barb - lol you eager beaver let me know what you think :lol:

Deanne

by **BYart** » Fri Jun 19, 2009 5:16 pm

*nods and she wakes up from napping in the chair* :lol:

, looking good Deanne...don't be rushed, certainly not by me. I keep forgetting you are working in oiuls, and drying time is a factor...but yes...I am anxiously awaiting your progress.

by **demac** » Sun Jun 21, 2009 8:06 pm

Dont worry Barb my Son has gone to family for the summer and I have taken over his bedroom Peace Peace and painting !!!!!

So got some painting done and here is the next installment

what do you think? should I put something on the path or just leave it up to the imagination????

Yet to do the leaves but working upwards on this

Deanne

by **BYart** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 7:46 pm

Looking very good! As to putting something on the path? Like a little bunny maybe

...well...you know me..always thinking animals! :lol:

I'm sure whatever you decide will be Fab.! :wink:

by **demac** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 7:52 pm

Its
illiant without my son....i am painting every day...its great the peace is fab!!!!!!!

here is the next installment

Only done one side of the leaves ...do they look realistic???? first time i have done leaves so just winging it here

Deanne

by **BYart** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 8:03 pm

They look very good Deanne!!!
To get even more depth to them, add a bit darker values as if to "edge" the foliage.
Bravo! And good for you for having some "peace" for painting!

by **BYart** » Wed Jun 24, 2009 10:22 am

Errrruhmmm...hey where is that update? Can't wait to see...so hurry up and post

by **xxbreezy** » Wed Jun 24, 2009 11:42 am

Looking good demac!!! Can't wait to see it finished!!
Linda

by **BYart** » Thu Jun 25, 2009 2:01 pm

Uh uhmm(clearing throat)...HEY...WHERE is the update girl! Don't make me come over there! :lol:

by **krysta11** » Sun Jun 28, 2009 9:19 pm

Deanne,

It is very, very impressive work!!! Very artistic , very colourful, and unique style.
I love your art girl!!!
K.

by **demac** » Sat Jul 04, 2009 12:56 am

wOAHEY!!!!!!!!!!!!

FINISHED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry it took so long trying to deal with headaches etc been up all night cause I am feeling good and finished it

What do you think???
Deanne

Thanks Barb - you were not being pushy just helpful and very encouraging !!

by **saphyre** » Sat Jul 04, 2009 8:52 am

This has a great perspective in it and the colors are nice. ^.^

by **BYart** » Sat Jul 04, 2009 6:14 pm

WOOHOO!!!! Yes Deanne!

I first want to applaud you for doing such a great job! AND for doing such a great job on your first attempt! (insert applauding emoticons here:) )
It is lovely in it's color use and it has a surreal feel to it!
You did a great job on the foliage, as it shows depth and lots of light!

Now...may I offer a bit of suggestion for your next(and YES there certainly should be a next landscape as you are obviously well on your way to creating a unique style in this subject)?
I would like to see a bit more shadow on the road, as it is sided on both sides by dense foliage and those beautiful flowers...a bit of darkening shadow(from trees on right) falling across the road would give it more interest and dimension. Make the shadows darker at bases of trees and gradually (slightly) lighten them as they extend onto path. You also might think about doing a bit darker area to suggest ruts(like from tires or wearing as a path would show), again it would just add a bit to the interest for the path.
Now these are only my suggestions, and certainly may not be in line with what you are and were trying for in this painting, so discard if they aren't helpful to you OK?
Overall, I think you did an outstanding job and am so looking forward to seeing more landscapes from you Now! (More applauding emoticons inserted here

)

by **krysta11** » Fri Jul 10, 2009 11:43 pm

Hi Deanne,

I think it is wonderful piece of art. Love everything about your painting.
Bravo!!!!!!
Hugs
K.

by **demac** » Sat Jul 11, 2009 2:25 pm

Thank you all for your great encouragement and fantastic comments, I must say I am really pleased with the finished painting.

Barb - I lightened the image so you are not seeing the dark side (right) its just that i wanted you all to see the detail. On the original painting you can barely see the tree trunks on the right and you can't see the blue ting to the sky/light, and the leaves on the right are really dark except for the gaps in the leaves where the leaves are lighter.

Thank you all again

Deanne

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