Monday, October 19, 2009

Pumpkin Patch Escapee

Close ups

Oil on 5x7 hardboard.
I felt I should do something to say Happy Halloween to all you spooky celebration devotees.
I had fun with this one. I concentrated on giving this pumpkin the appearance of emerging from the darkness by keeping close values on the dark side and using soft edges. This helps with both depth and mystery.

Hope you enjoy it!

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Job 34:3
The ear tests words as the tongue tastes food.

17 comments:

  1. That stem really makes this pumpkin Deano! I love that spotlight affect in the back too.

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  2. I'm a pushover for a pumpkin painting! This is a good one!

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  3. Beautiful, vibrant oranges and that spot of light adds so much drama!

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  4. Beautifully handled light, Dean. I am reminded of Vermeer a bit.

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  5. Great dramatic lighting, love the work on pumpkin stem.

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  6. Thanks, Sheila...I really appreciate your observations!

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  7. Thank you, Leslie. Guess I'm a pushover for pumpkins too! Didn't realize it til I did this one.

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  8. Thanks, Gwen...Glad you like the spot of light. I debated about whether to add it or not...glad I did!

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  9. Thank you Autumn...That is a huge compliment!

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  10. Thanks,Rob...It really helps me to know what captures the eye/attention.

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  11. This is a wonderful and dramatic painting of a pumpkin. I hope to start working on my drawing of one soon. LOL

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  12. Your strategy worked! The values you imposed on this painting are very effective. Happy Halloween!

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  13. The lighting effect is superb...You have done a great job again! Congrats! Happy Halloween to you too..:)

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  14. Hey Dean, first time visitor to your blog.
    Great sense of light and color in this one. Also really liked the intimate connection you created with the "Sharing/Caring" painting.

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  15. Wonderful lighting in this one Dean!

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  16. Nice work on this piece. I love the great contrast and colors. The lighting grabbed my attention immediately.

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  17. Wonderful job, Dean - great color to the pumpkin.

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