Thursday, August 15, 2013

The Gentle Giant_ Elephant Portrait

21"x14" Arches NOT Paper
Going big again, painted on a half sheet of Arches.The composition was powerful so I thought that the impact would be greater in a larger size.I am more or less happy with this one, though the palette was not planned and I floundered a bit ...but all is well that ends well! 
I am loving painting elephants:)

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22 comments:

  1. Anthony DuceAugust 15, 2013 at 4:14 PM

    This is wonderful. I love the colors, and even more the drips..

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    1. ArtiAugust 15, 2013 at 5:51 PM

      Thanks Tony,,when my husband saw it he said "what, did you spill the colors?!" :D

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  2. Debbie NolanAugust 15, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    Arti - this is simply stunning...no one would know that you floundered with the colors...they are so gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. ArtiAugust 15, 2013 at 10:30 PM

      Thank you Debbie, I am so glad you liked it.

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  3. Sharon WhitleyAugust 15, 2013 at 9:58 PM

    This is fabulous - I love your artwork - you never disappoint!

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    1. ArtiAugust 15, 2013 at 10:32 PM

      Thanks Sharon, I am grateful for the support of friends like you!

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  4. UnknownAugust 15, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Arti, I'm so impressed by these elephants and the other animals you've been doing lately. The colors are so masterfully done.

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    1. ArtiAugust 16, 2013 at 9:32 AM

      Thank you, Katherine..I think colors is what moves me most.I am glad that you like what you see here!

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  5. hmuxoAugust 16, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    Don't stop painting these elephants, Arti! This is absolutely breathtaking...the vibrant colors in his trunk as well as the texture is amazing!!! Congratulations on a gorgeous piece!!!

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    1. ArtiAugust 16, 2013 at 9:33 AM

      Oh I won't, Hilda; I am enjoying it too much!I might go on and experiment more with color and style- but elephants are here to stay...:)

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  6. Autumn LeavesAugust 16, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    I think he is gorgeous, Arti! I love every single one of your elephant pieces!

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  7. Studio at the FarmAugust 16, 2013 at 3:47 PM

    She is a BEAUTY, Arti!!! Your palette is perfect. I love the texturing of her skin. Fabulous work! You love painting elephants like I love painting chickens. :)
    Kathryn

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    1. ArtiAugust 22, 2013 at 7:50 PM

      Texture is what I crave :) yep, you are right we all have our favorites, though I love chickens too- One is on my easel right now!

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  8. Dean H.August 18, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    Take my word for it, Arti...you should be 100% happy with this beauty!! I love it!!!!

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  9. Antonia del OlmoAugust 21, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    Wow.... It is spectacular.

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  10. JumanaAugust 25, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Amazing, great colour composition.
    Best wishes..

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  11. Annaquarel.lesSeptember 2, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    Brilliant!! There's no better word. Congratulations Arti!!

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