May 18, 2008

"Nude with Cigarette"

Oil on archival 1/8" ampersand gesspbord panel - 5" x 7"
 
Smoking has become such a taboo in the 21st century that only the fringes of society light up with impunity.  Indeed, such a stigma has been laid on smoking that it has taken on fetish status.  So call "draggin-ladies" populate the internet with sexy cigarettes perched on pouty lips.  Though not a cigarette smoker myself, I do like a good cigar now and then, along with a nice peaty scotch...that's my idea of decadence.
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5 comments:

  1. DianeMay 19, 2008 at 10:23 PM

    she is missing that wonderful detail of a fur trimmed cigaraette holder... but very sexy either way.

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  2. Deb SchmitMay 20, 2008 at 4:55 PM

    I love your work! A study in opposites, emotional, contrasting or otherwise. I have always wished I could get that in my own work.
    I like the red in your Poodle best, for that reason. Makes the little guy look wicked!

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  3. Mark AdamsMay 20, 2008 at 6:40 PM

    Thanks Deb,
    I agree with you that my work is a study in contrasts. That keeps it fresh for me. You never know what is coming next. One thing I've never been called is predictable, except in my affection.

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  4. kaycrainMay 24, 2008 at 11:39 AM

    I love her!!!!!!!!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 18, 2008 at 4:33 AM

    hello. beautiful painting!
    good luck.

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