Tuesday, January 11, 2011

junaluska swans

 
I took several photos of these swans at my parent's home on Lake Junaluska. Swans are so calming. I painted this on a 16 x 20" gallery wrap canvas. Intentionally left it graphic. Trying to use as few strokes as I could on the swans. Think I like the outcome.
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24 comments:

  1. Denise RoseJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Love the swans! I like the graphic look and you carried it out just beautifully!

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  2. yashaJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    These swans are beautiful Carol.I loved your brush strokes in this.I took a look at your previous works too and must say you have a wonderful blog.Congrats!

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  3. Kathy CousartJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Wow- love those brushstrokes. I like the shadowing on the necks...The tall one looks like she is looking for a party! Wonderful background color.

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  4. Linda PoppleJanuary 11, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Wow!! This is awesome! Love it!!

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  5. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingJanuary 11, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Really beautiful and well done.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 11, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Well done, Carol! They are beautiful!

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  7. Robin J MitchellJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    I love your two geese. The colour, composition and how and where their heads are turned is FANTASTIC!!! Great job
    Regards Robin

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  8. Crystal CookJanuary 11, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    That is beautiful! The light is stunning and I LOVE the look of your brushstrokes. :)

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  9. Carol DeMumbrumJanuary 11, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Love the brushstrokes!! Great light and shadow!

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  10. Karen BrusonJanuary 11, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Love everything about this one.

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  11. Elizabeth BlaylockJanuary 11, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    Your Swans are stiking. Great execution!
    ps I am jealous of your roomy studio space!

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  12. Dewberry Fine ArtJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Lovely!

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    I love the brushwork in the swans and the colors are amazing! Lee

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  14. martinealisonJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    J'aime leur allure, cette manière qu'ont les cygnes de vous regarder lorsqu'ils se sentent observer... Très belle lumière accompagnée d'un choix judicieux de couleurs.
    Le "popotin" de la première à gauche tout en rondeur est très bien peint...
    Bisous

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  15. Autumn LeavesJanuary 12, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    I love the crisp lines to the swans; seems they are limned by the light. I also love the brush strokes, Carol. My my but you are good!! And those shallots have my mind thinking of grilled onions...sweet and caramelized. I must be hungry or something! LOLOL

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  16. Kathy MallatJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:09 AM

    Wow! Such confidence in your brushwork here, Carol. Beautifully done. Those swans have such character!

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  17. Katie WilsonJanuary 12, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    I was surprised to see how large the painting was after looking how you painted the swans. I am much impressed. I would like to see it in real life. Our studio is on the river. A couple of weeks ago I saw 5 swans. I kinda felt sorry for the odd one. He was hangin out by himself.

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  18. Bev BorenJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    WOW this is beautiful Carol!

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  19. Linda NicklesJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    This is outstanding, Carol. Beautiful brushstrokes -- just overall striking!

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  20. Marian FortunatiJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Bold brushwork and FABULOUS notan!! ! Awesome

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  21. Ann RogersJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Carol, this is another WOW painting, a new personal favorite!

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  22. Kathryn TownsendJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Carol--beautiful design!

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  23. Anne Marie PropstJanuary 13, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    Carol, I just love this one.

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  24. Lisa DariaJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Love your intentional few brushstrokes - just right!

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