Yellow Crocs
6x8in oil on canvas $135. SOLD
Artist Note.
I saw this lady with the
bright yellow crocs
catching the rays in Santa Fe.
When I asked if I could take a photo
she said, "sure" but she never looked up
from her writing...
and her dog's eyes
never stopped watching me.
The dog had a purple leash
and next to the yellow crocs
my heart was captured.
Such a lovely scene and I love the colours :-)
ReplyDeletethanks Ann. It is pretty universal isn't it. She could be sitting anywhere in most cities where it is bright and sunny.
DeleteIt was neat visiting Dorset thru your blog. Great pics too.
What a lucky find, Julie! And, complementary colors, no less! Wonderful texture and blend of colors on the wall! And, a cooperative dog as well. Wonderful subject matter!
ReplyDeleteBlue jeans are everywhere is this neck of the woods so the adobe does go well. I never thought of the complement. Duh!
DeleteI painted it pretty true to the colors and missed out a huge pipe.
It was the hat which was hard. It was a really large one and looked out of proportion so I tried to cit it down but it looked weird. Fish are easier!
Excellent work, Julie!!! I think it's such a perfect painting with her looking down! Very natural look!!!...Love the dog and those beautiful shadows!!
ReplyDeleteI appreciate that, thanks Hilda.
DeleteI bet you are feeling for the folk in SC. Quite awful for them. Memories of Sandy must still be fresh in your mind..
Mother Nature can be pretty powerful as well as gentle.
So true Julie! My stomach turned after seeing those photos! You never forget how destructive Hurricanes can be!
Deletethis is great! love the dog too!
ReplyDeleteI love the dog and laughed when it watched me so carefully. I did a little pencil sketch and moved a bit too close and he started to growl. She still never looked up. She knew she had a good protector by her side.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit Myra. Green shoes Myra...how about those stilettos!
I do like it when you catch me out ... there was I expecting more of your excellent pond series, when... you pulled this treasure out of thin air, marvelous! It's a gem!
ReplyDeleteHard to catch you out, John! Fastest mind in the UK. Pleased to know you like this one.
DeleteNeat seeing the old photos on your blog. What a change you have witnessed in the boat building industry but how neat to know wood boats are still built the same way.
You sure have a good eye! What a perfect arrangement! And crossed legs are not easy to paint! Great job as always. Sitting in the sun sounds quite nice:)
ReplyDeleteA complement on design from you is appreciated Libby - your designs are masterful.
DeleteThat's a nice compliment! Thank you. I saw this in the AM and thought that it was quite clever-such a great use of all of my favorite things!
DeleteI think my favorite part of this little gem is the shadow shape that the hat makes on the wall. I love that quirky detail-- like a tiny hidden treasure!
ReplyDeleteWe artists respond to different things don't we? my fav part is the bag on the bench!
DeleteI like your new still life - especially the blue bowl.
I like your style very much.
ReplyDeleteThank you and I really enjoyed seeing your lovely watercolors You have a magic touch..
DeleteThe dog makes this painting. It would not have had the same effect if she were looking at us too. Love it( and the Crocs)!!
ReplyDeleteI agree, but I did find it unusual that she didn't even look up to see who was asking. At first my intention was to paint the funky crocs. Then the dog was so steadfast in his loyalty to her I had time to study him and loved those EARS!
DeleteThen her hat became interesting...so that is the way this painting came together.
I enjoyed seeing your sketching day at the beach. You captured the feeling of floating clouds brilliantly.
the colours and lighting give it a nice warm feeling b:)
ReplyDeleteHi Jennifer Rose - thanks and a nice warm feeling is what I felt when I saw that happy smile of your Mr Tickle drawing.
DeleteThat lady looks totally relaxed.She gives the painting such calm. I do love the colors! What a beautiful, fun painting.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Christiane, for such a very nice, warm fuzzy comment. I do love your painting of a waterlily - Queen of the Pond.
DeleteIrresistible combination! You did it again, Julie! Great painting.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Chris. I just saw your amazing painting of the dog. ..brilliant!
ReplyDeleteWhat you enjoyed has been now made available to us to enjoy and you took me to that spot! The lady not looking at you made the scene very natural. Love the curiosity of the dog :-),what did he think!
ReplyDeleteFabulous, everything is there and the light you captured is amazing !
ReplyDeleteSerendipity!
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