Saturday, September 28, 2013

Gold Rush-Goldfish

 Close ups

Oil on 5x7 canvas panel.
This is my contribution to this week's WDE at Wet Canvas. Christine was the host and provided a bunch of great photos!

 I like the complementary elements of this goldfish photo! I couldn't discern some of those details of the fins, so I just painted my reaction to it. I learned a little with that approach.

C&C welcome. Thanks for looking and commenting!


Available ... If interested, contact me at kkayangel2(at)yahoo.com

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Isaiah 64:8       Yet, O Lord, You are our Father; we are the clay, and You our Potter, and we all are the work of Your hand.
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18 comments:

  1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.com9/28/13, 6:30 PM

    How wonderful, Dean. The depth and movement you created by linking up one paler and smaller behind the main guy is a joy to behold.Yes - this certainly is a WINNER!

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    1. Dean H.9/30/13, 3:49 PM

      Thank you for the very encouraging words, Julie!! I'm grateful the depth came across well.

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  2. Celeste Bergin9/28/13, 10:38 PM

    those complimentary colors are gorgeous! Best fish painting ever!

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    1. Dean H.9/30/13, 3:51 PM

      Hi, Celeste....the complementary colors are what first appealed to me on this one!

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  3. Autumn Leaves9/29/13, 8:43 AM

    So beautiful, Dean! You've perfectly captured that sort of luminescence in the goldfish. Love the blue background too (da Bears!)...

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  4. Studio at the Farm9/29/13, 10:42 AM

    Love your goldfish, Dean. The colors are so beautiful and rich, and the subtle background is perfect for the fish.
    Kathryn

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    1. Dean H.9/30/13, 3:55 PM

      Hi Kathryn....Glad you don't feel the colors are too loud or strong. I think I have often been too timid and graying colors more than I should.

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  5. hmuxo9/29/13, 9:23 PM

    I love the vibrant colors on these little guys, Dean. I can see them moving!!
    Beautiful work

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    1. Dean H.9/30/13, 3:57 PM

      Thank you, Hilda! I loved your Indian painting!

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  6. Studio at the Farm9/29/13, 11:41 PM

    Hi Dean,
    I want to thank you for your kind comment on the rose. I am still "working and progressing".
    As I sit here, the rain is pelting down, and it is dark. Oh, I miss summer so much, and it's only the end of September.
    Your fellow sun-lover, Kathryn

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    1. Dean H.9/30/13, 4:02 PM

      Hi Kathryn....Good times are right around the corner....about 8 months! Lol!

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  7. Bruce Sherman9/30/13, 7:45 AM

    Hi there Dean... Deano Den "Gold"... this one! That complementary interplay combines with your intuitive side to make this a wee gem Dean!

    Bravo!

    Good Fall Painting!
    Warmest regards,.
    Bruce

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    1. Dean H.9/30/13, 3:59 PM

      Thank you, Bruce! Once again a true joy to read your kind comment!

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  8. Sergio DS10/4/13, 7:10 AM

    Great painting!. I´m working in a paint showing a deep sea, I hope be able to get your level.
    I take my hat off.

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    1. Dean H.10/10/13, 8:43 AM

      Thank you, Sergio! I really enjoy painting underwater scenes.
      Good luck on yours! :)

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  9. mary maxam10/9/13, 11:05 AM

    Just off the canvas! The brushwork and color are fabulous

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    1. Dean H.10/10/13, 8:45 AM

      Bless you, Mary!
      I've just come from looking at your blog....outstanding work!

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