Saturday, July 11, 2009

Above It All Down Under-Koala

Close ups.

Oil on 5x7 hardboard.

The reference photo for this painting was provided by Sandy for the WDE at Wet Canvas.
I just had to try this cute eucalyptus leaf muncher! The biggest challenge for me were the many subtle colors in the soft toned gray fur.
I started with a painting knife then switched to a brush...this seems to inspire and remind me to apply the paint generously. An enjoyable painting for me. Hope y'all like it. :)


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14 comments:

  1. Great, Dean - yes I think we all love it!

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  2. he's a darling, how sweet and lovely

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  3. Oh Dean just too cute! Having seen them up close in Oz, they are quite cute and cuddly, but they sleep all day!

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  4. Amazing Deano! How do you get the color, dimension so well in just a few strokes! Oh, I forgot, your talent and experience speaks for it all. hugs!

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  5. Great art Dean! And I especially love your title! Very clever!

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  6. What a beautiful painting Dean. Love the way you heaped on the the paint. This texture gives some great depth in just the right spots.

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  7. Love it! You've really brought him to life.

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  8. The black background of your site adds drama to these. (I saw them first at wetcanvas.com.) I hadn't noticed your strokes of light until now. And I love the impasto!

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  9. Nice work...I liked the Koala as well..

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  10. Great job on this cutie and on the Donkey. Your style keeps getting stronger and stronger. Love it!

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  11. You have captured the gorgeous softness of these little guys, I know, being an Aussie I have been in contact with many over the years.
    This is lovely Dean, your paintwork is quite masterful. I love your blog.
    Happy painting
    Rae

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