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Thursday, October 11, 2012

Apples and Plums



Apples and Plums

6x8in oil on canvas panel   $125.  SOLD

This is for the DPW Emotion Challenge.
I do not want to feel sad so I avoided painting anything serious.
Been there - done that.

COLOR - now that is what makes me feel happy

And, an apple a day keeps the doctor away,
so that makes me happy too!
Throw in a couple of plums and hopefully I will never
need a doctor again.




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24 comments:

  1. Roger ÅkessonOctober 11, 2012 at 11:06 PM

    This is a nice one.I agree, how one paint a subject (composition, colors, mood etc.)is often more important than what you paint. If I want to have an exact copy of what I paint, I rather take a photograph. I try to show some personality and feeling through the painting.

    And you are a great inspiration for that.

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    1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comOctober 12, 2012 at 5:41 PM

      Thank you Roger. I agree about the photograph part but I do have some artists who want that tight realistic look so we work a lot on edges to make it more painterly.

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  2. Autumn LeavesOctober 12, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    Such a stunning piece, Julie! Your work makes me like even fruit paintings - there is a liveliness to them that I cannot quite put into words.

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  3. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingOctober 12, 2012 at 5:11 AM

    Beautiful composition and, of course, color! Another winner, Julie!

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    1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comOctober 12, 2012 at 5:43 PM

      Thanks, Carol. You are putting out a lot of winners yourself. You are on a roll!

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  4. Dean H.October 12, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    Seeing the great color and composition, Is HAPPY all the way, Julie!
    .....but then....all your artwork makes me happy!

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    1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comOctober 12, 2012 at 5:43 PM

      How nice a comment is THAT,. Thanks. being happy is so important because you never know what is coming along.

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  5. hmuxoOctober 12, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    Absolutely beautiful, Julie! Love it!!

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  6. LavonOctober 12, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    I feel happy when I look at almost all of your work. Your use of color, compositiona nd the freedom are all just fab! loving the apples and plums.

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  7. Libby FifeOctober 12, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    Your compositions are always so thoughtful. And who wants to look at a sad piece anyway? Paint what makes you happy and that will show:)

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  8. renateOctober 12, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    Hello Julie:) This is a beauty! The golden color of the appels is wonderful. I love the whole composition. Very well done!

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    1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comOctober 12, 2012 at 5:47 PM

      Your rabbit and pumpkin was sooo cute! Very skillful too.
      Thanks for the visit and lovely complement.

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  9. AnnOctober 12, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    I'm glad that you painted a happy painting-- your art always makes me smile!

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    1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comOctober 12, 2012 at 5:47 PM

      I appreciate that. Thanks so much and thanks for sharing on your blog.

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  10. Gatepost productionsOctober 12, 2012 at 2:43 PM

    Lovely picture but I reckon you worked a flanker on the emotion :0) (chuckle). It made me happy to see it had been sold though :0) So I guess it worked!

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    1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comOctober 12, 2012 at 5:48 PM

      Chuckle here at this end. Always a pleasure, John. Thank you.

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  11. UnknownOctober 12, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    Beautiful composition. I love the repetition of arcs...gentle yet strong as they repeat throughout the painting. And yes, color is joy.........

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  12. Maria RandolphOctober 12, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    This is so beautiful! I left you a comment on DPW but every time I see it I feel compelled to tell you so..Love everything about it! So there...now you know it...again...LOL

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  13. Rita VaselliOctober 13, 2012 at 3:11 PM

    The colors of fruits ,dear Julie, have a glow ,full of emotion to look!

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  14. CharmingdesignsOctober 20, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    I love love love the background it is a great back drop to your subject!

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I love that you are taking the time to comment and thank you for it. I am sure other readers will enjoy them too. If you cannot comment through this format then email me at juliefordoliver@gmail.com
Cheers,
Julie

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