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A Taste of Europe
Oil on panel, 8x10 |
This painting was started en plein air in acrylic, and finished today in oils. The very geometric lines of the buildings drew me in - calling to be painted. All of the different roof pitches and angles make for some fun and dramatic perspective! This painting has become more of a portrayal of what I would do with the north side of the Longview Shelter Barn - adding window boxes and flowers to adorn the beautiful building. Since we are beginning to plan a trip to Europe - these additions to add a little european flare were only natural! Isn't artistic license great? The thing I love best about painting every day, is getting up each morning, and just being able to paint whatever I feel like painting. It is liberating and exhilarating, just a little piece of freedom in a very busy life. I think this is called painting therapy! So, this is the 36th day of completed paintings........and I guess that makes 36 days of therapy!
Sweet. I love this one. A little taste of Europe is good for all of us.
ReplyDeleteThanks! Do you recognize the spot? The doorway was actually a window - but I needed more of a focal point, a way to lead into the painting instead of up and out :)
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