Mark, this reminds me of Vermeer's technique of using unfocused highlights. This is a really unique and beautiful painting! It is difficult to create something fresh and new, but you've done it. The green background really makes the red tones in the oysters vivid and lifelike.
Bob, You have a great eye. I am a huge fan of Vermeer and use his "unfocused highlights" quite often. I love the jewel-like effect it renders. I'm glad you like the background too, as I made it out of whole cloth. These oysters originally sat on a gold-flecked Formica table at my favorite watering hole. Sometime you have to look twice at reference material to see it's full potential.
Oil on museum quality ampersand gessobord panel 8" x 8"
Amazing! Simply Amazing.
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ReplyDeleteThanks, Sheila.
ReplyDeleteDiane, It just occurred to me that May doesn't have an "R" in it - Boo Hoo.
ReplyDeleteThese oysters are great! I can feel the slimmyness! (Is that a word?)
ReplyDeleteMark, this reminds me of Vermeer's technique of using unfocused highlights. This is a really unique and beautiful painting! It is difficult to create something fresh and new, but you've done it. The green background really makes the red tones in the oysters vivid and lifelike.
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ReplyDeleteIf "slimmyness" isn't a word, it should be. Thanks for the nice comment.
Bob, You have a great eye. I am a huge fan of Vermeer and use his "unfocused highlights" quite often. I love the jewel-like effect it renders. I'm glad you like the background too, as I made it out of whole cloth. These oysters originally sat on a gold-flecked Formica table at my favorite watering hole. Sometime you have to look twice at reference material to see it's full potential.
ReplyDeleteNow I want a beer!
ReplyDeleteMake it a Guinness and I'll join you.
ReplyDeleteGreat job here, Mark!
ReplyDeleteThe oysters look super slick and shiny. You did a great job capturing that high gloss quality.
Wonderful composition too!
Another tightly rendered painting for such a small size.
Just great!
-Dean
Thanks, Dean. I was happy with this one.
ReplyDeleteWell done. Makes me think of getting back to the Cape right now for some Wellfleet oysters.
ReplyDeleteedible. completely! WOW
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