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Oil on 5x7 hardboard.Here is my submission for the latest DSFDF.
I first toned the support with subdued red acrylic. This step really helps to unify and harmonize the surface. I have used this procedure for a number of years and keep coming back to it.
Once again, I forced myself to be more generous with the paint- pick it up on the edge of the brush- apply it with a touch- go back for more...none of that scrubbing it on to stretch it.
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love your composition and the colors - and your tomatoes look like tomatoes - I started working on mine last night and they keep looking more like apples..
ReplyDeleteI havent started mine yet either... but this is inspirational.
ReplyDeleteLove the veggies , such a nice feel.
ReplyDeleteSuch luscious, rich color, and the texture on the corn husk is really nice. I'm stingy with the paint, and you're inspiring me to pile it on.
ReplyDeleteSo far it is #1.
ReplyDeleteGreat piece.
Dean, you really scored "big time" with this entry, so vibrant and full of color!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece! Love the composition, colors, brushstrokes...it's just an all-around gorgeous painting!
ReplyDelete~ Dana Marie
Hi, Olga...My tomatoes went through a few transitions. I'm sure yours will be among the best on the vine. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kathleen...Looking forward to seeing yours.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dominique.
ReplyDeleteGreat painting! I will be submitting my DSFDF piece soon too. It is so fun to see how everyone interprets the same subject matter differently.
ReplyDeleteHi Lesley! Thanks for your supportive words.
ReplyDeleteI must always fight the urge to be stingy with my paint. It helps if I mix larger piles of paint.
Lol...that is debatable...but thank you Irit!
ReplyDeleteDean - I think this is really one of your best! I love the color, the texture. Okay - now you've gone and set the bar real high for the rest of us!
ReplyDeleteWow, Dean, excellent job! Beautiful handling of the subject.
ReplyDeleteWow, that's gorgeous! You hit that challenge out of the ballpark!
ReplyDeleteHi Dean,
ReplyDeleteYou left me comment a while ago and for some reason I didn't see it until now!! Anyway, your blog is wonderful - this is a beautiful take on the latest DSDF. I'd love to exchange links:)
Best wishes,
Jane
Beautiful job on this Dean. Love the richness and handling of the contrast in values. Best /Lee
ReplyDeleteBeautifully done, Dean. The highlight on the one onion really sets it off.
ReplyDeletevery strong painting
ReplyDeleteThis is a really beautiful rendition of the subject. I love the golden glow overall - I keep coming back to it. Very inspiring.
ReplyDeleteI love this piece...Looking fresh. Your composition is excellent. I don't think I can make do this type of work in my life..:( You do a gr8 job!:)
ReplyDeleteDean, Beautiful painting , Nice composition and color harmony.
ReplyDeleteI sure like your take on this, Dean. :)
ReplyDeleteRich and delicious - great job Dean!
ReplyDeleteJust wonderful Dean. I like the idea of the red background to unify the painting. The warmth is so appealing.
ReplyDeleteWow yourself, Dean! This is really rich and tasty! Lovely warm colors.
ReplyDeleteAnn...Thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteDana...Thanks for the encouragement!
Thank you, Deb. I am really happy with how this one turned out. Which is pretty uncommon. It usually means my next one will be a real stinker-roo! Lol.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Edward, my friend,
ReplyDeleteThanks, Michelle....I appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteHi Jane...thanks for those very kind words. I have added you to my links...Love your textured work!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lee...much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Carol...That highlight on the onion was the very last stroke I placed. Thought it needed strengthened...now I'm glad I did.
ReplyDeleteHi Anne...Your comment inspires me to keep trying hard.
ReplyDeleteHi Megha...I'm sure your veggie painting will turn out great!
ReplyDeleteHi, Judith and Ann...Thanks, ladies...I appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Shelly..."delicious"...now you've made me hungry! Lol!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ann...I'm pretty hooked on toning the support with red acrylic. Occasionally I also use black gesso.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Glenda! I really appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteDean, I love your GA veggies! REALLY super! But how do you have time to answer to all your comments? LOL You are so popular....I've got to quit scrubbing the paint to make it go farther. Why do we do that? I love your juicy thick paint!
ReplyDeleteGreat painting Dean. I'll have to try loading the edge and using that little dab'll do ya technique. The results you achieved are wonderful, and I love the corn husk.
ReplyDeleteLove the way you did this. wonderful color and brushwork.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully done as usual!..
ReplyDeleteLately I've been liking to tone my canvas BLACK for still lifes and even some other things like Karin Jurick does. I like the immediate way things start popping out.
I think I'll try the red toned support next!
Be well.
Home run Dean! The color and brushwork are stunning!!
ReplyDeleteOh my Dean, this rocks. Really superb, this would give Karin a run for the money.
ReplyDeleteDean, this is superb. One of my favorites. So beautifully handled.
ReplyDeleteHi Marilyn, Lol...I answer all the comments I can because I have gone so long "without" in the recent past that I get "comment starved". Keep those cards and letters coming in!
ReplyDeleteI checked out your blog...VERY impressive work!
Thanks for stopping by, Vern. That little dab really works..I just have this tendency to spread the paint that I have to fight every step of the way.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Dori...I really love your version of this one.
ReplyDeleteHi, Marian, I like using black gesso for the reason you mentioned it makes the color pop from the first stroke. Also love the red pre tone.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Dana...you say the nicest things!
ReplyDeleteWow...thanks, Barbara...But Karin is the master artist here...I am but a grasshopper. ;)
ReplyDeleteHi Liz...Thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteDean I spotted your submission right off the bat! Love it and your style of painting.
ReplyDeleteThis is one of my favorites, I was surprised to see that it only measures 5 x 7 how did you get so much detail on such a small area?!!!
ReplyDeleteWell done Dean, i like the rich colours:)
ReplyDeleteOk, so I will add to the rest and give you my congratulations on a great DSFDF painting. So warm and lovely.
ReplyDeleteOhgosh, I'm late with everything and you've already done a magnificent piece of artwork on these veggies!
ReplyDeleteNice work! Great texture as always!
ReplyDeleteDean,I'm serious...you get better and better all the time. This is awesome. You did such a fantastic job!
ReplyDeleteI was shocked to see this was a small painting, it comes of as big and gutsy, full of life and color! WONDERFUL!!!!!
ReplyDeletethis one has to be one of my favorites so far!...and so tiny. btw thanks for the comment
ReplyDeleteI did not dare to add to all of those nice comments!
ReplyDeleteYour painting is very personal, with such warm colors!
Bravo!
Dean what a beautiful painting. You have an amazing talent. Thank you for the helpful tips on back ground and fully loading the brush. Your work is great!
ReplyDeleteThese vegies are great! I really like the tomatos and loose brushstrokes in the background.
ReplyDeleteWonderful job on this challenge Dean!
ReplyDeleteHi Karen...Thanks for that...I am often concerned as to whether my style is recognizable or not.
ReplyDeleteHi Diana, I use imitation badger flat brushes sized from #4 to #8. I twist and turn the chisel sharp edges. I use them almost like a painting knife.
ReplyDeleteHi Sam, Maria, and Liz...Thanks very much for your kind comments.
ReplyDeleteHi Lauren...Thanks
ReplyDeleteGwen...I was really happy with how this one turned out...the next 10 will probably be flops! Lol.
Claire...I have worked small for so long now that I really enjoy it. Also simplifies shipping!
ReplyDeleteLinda...Thanks. I enjoyed your blog!
Sylviane...Thanks so much. I truly appreciate your words!
Joan...Thanks for those highly supportive words...very much appreciated!
ReplyDeletePam and Deb...Thank you very much!
Gracious, that's a wonderful painting! Applause!
ReplyDeleteDean,
ReplyDeleteThanks for dropping by my blog.
I love the bold brush strokes. Your back ground appears to have Jurick influences. Great Job!
Phil
Dean, this painting is one of my favorite and I keep coming back to admire your beautiful warm colors and brushwork. Wonderful work on the rest of your blog too!
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