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Oil on 5x7 hardboard.This is my submission to the Weekend Drawing Event at Wet Canvas. The reference photo was provided by the gracious hostess, Maureen. These shoppers are actually in Oxford England, but they could be from Anywheresville, USA.
I had to fight off a little trepidation to finally pick the Oxford shoppers. But, as it turned out, I'm glad I pushed myself and did this one. It was a lot of fun. I must give some credit to Karin Jurick and her DSFDF for nudging me into doing more figuratives.
I first used black gesso with a touch of pthalo blue thrown in to make it darker.
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geez, Dean you get so much information on a 5x7! (I know I have written that before--but, I guess I just can't get over it!..lol!)
ReplyDeleteIt is another excellent painting--a slice of Oxford life--though, you are right, this could be Portland! Everyone shops..(but not everyone can paint an entire mall onto a 5x7! lol! YOU CAN)
Fantastic job, my friend - WOW! You have just the right amount of detail to suggest facial features - especially with the woman to the right.
ReplyDeleteThis is a WOW painting Dean.
ReplyDeleteI'm a big fan Dean, but this might be my favorite of all of your work...great job!
ReplyDeleteYou know I love your style.... it works so well in landscapes, animals, birds and people... uh...okay, everything!
ReplyDeleteWow, Dean! I can feel the energy in this piece so well! In fact, it makes me feel rather slothful as I sit here with my coffee. Much like I have things to do and places to go!! You've done this beautifully! I hope you will indeed do more figure paintings. They are amazing.
ReplyDeleteYes I like this, I feel the energy of the shoppers. Bravo
ReplyDeleteSo nice Dean. Just the right amount of information. My eye goes to the gal on the right as you intended I would imagine. You sure can paint amazing things on those small canvases.
ReplyDeleteVery nice!!
ReplyDeleteWell done, Dean! I really enjoyed viewing this.
ReplyDeleteHard to believe its a 5x7! Very nice figurative indeed.Great colors and light.
ReplyDeleteThis is different Dean, youve done a fantastic job
ReplyDeleteThis is great!
ReplyDeleteGreat work, Dean. I love the movement in the work, as if everyone is in a hurry.
ReplyDeleteVery believable figures in motion. Really well done.
ReplyDeleteStunning and excellent painting..Well done!
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Muy buenos trabajos, son increibles!
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ReplyDeleteThis is awesome Dean. Love the way you just suggested the figures in the background.
ReplyDeleteEnjoying your new work, especially this one..perfect composition I'd say!
ReplyDeleteI knew this was a DSDF even without knowing. It's great!
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