This piece
was painted in my backyard after what turned out to be the last snow of the
season. The Cherokee Marsh turns into a wonderland of cool & warm colors
during winter. The shapes & textures lure me into a painting in spite of
all the layers I have to don first.
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And my
first Spring Painting...
“Spring on Hillpoint Road”
Oil on Linen
9”x12”
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I’m primary
caretaker for my brother as he goes through daily cancer treatments. Last
Sunday we decided to take advantage of a beautiful day to drive to Gary’s home
so he could spend time with his kitty. I dropped Gary off for his visit and
intended to drive on to reconnoiter a painting site. I walked back out to the
driveway and this serene site wouldn’t let go of my eyes. Sometimes the best
paintings are right in front of you!
XOM
Marla J. Brenner
marlabrenner.com
Really nice paintings, Marla. I especially appreciate the quality of the green hillside. It's hard to paint what may appear to be a rather uniform green field. I've been working at this myself. Sometimes I'm careful to get gradated color but that's not enough. You have to get some texture and warm/cool color combinations that work to give a grass field depth and interest. That's what you did quite nicely in your one painting.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Tom! I love the way the sun is shining on the top of the hill and trees. It all says Spring!
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