Saturday, September 5, 2009

What an Honor!


10 x 8 Oil on Canvas

Remember this painting of Grandson Jed? I posted it in April as a study for a larger painting. Still haven't painted it larger but worked some more on this one and entered it in the Swannanoa Valley Fine Arts League Special Members Show at Montreat College in Montreat, N.C. Our beautiful great niece Morgan is a junior there so I thought it would be fun to hang in the Hamilton Gallery on campus! I had no idea an award would be forthcoming and didn't even attend the reception last weekend! The judge was Beverly Kies, a pastel artist from Hendersonville, N.C. Thank you Beverly! I am humbled and thrilled. The exhibit will be on display through September 29.
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21 comments:

  1. CindiSeptember 5, 2009 at 1:10 AM

    wow rosemary this a huge honor.. but a well deserved one!!! congraulations!!! clap clap clap.. so proud of you!! way to go girlfriend!!! wonderful portrait, super pose and cute cute kid!! yippee!!!

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  2. FitFoodieMeghaSeptember 5, 2009 at 2:23 AM

    Hey I am so happy for you Rosemary! Congratulations!! Well Deserved..

    Water based Color Pencil: Pomegranates

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  3. Autumn LeavesSeptember 5, 2009 at 4:33 AM

    1st place too? I am not surprised! I just love the view of this portrait. What a cutie!! I thought it was a photograph!

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  4. RosemarySeptember 5, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    Thank you! Thank you, Cindi! Another one painted with oil and love! This has been a break-though summer for me. Not having entered shows or competitions in a while, these awards are the confidence booster I needed to keep going with portraits! Sooooo glad you like the painting!

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  5. RosemarySeptember 5, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    Thank you Megha! I really appreciate your comments!

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  6. RosemarySeptember 5, 2009 at 9:43 AM

    Thank you AutumnLeaves! I appreciate your support! I did get lucky with the photo reference for this one. I'm trying for "Romantic Realism" so your thinking photograph is ok with me!

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  7. Edward BurtonSeptember 5, 2009 at 1:03 PM

    Congratulations, Rosemary! It is an absolutely wonderful painting and so worthy of recognition.

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  8. Silvia Williams Paints WatercolorsSeptember 5, 2009 at 5:55 PM

    Congratulations Rosie, a second win. Wow. This one is great. You can almost touch this beautiful child. Great job. The hands are especially well painted. Way to go.Silvia

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  9. RosemarySeptember 6, 2009 at 9:24 AM

    Thank you Edward! I really appreciate your comment.

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  10. RosemarySeptember 6, 2009 at 9:29 AM

    Thank you Silvia! This has been a great "art-summer"! So glad you like Jed on his scooter! Hands are always difficult for me so...thanks for the compliment!

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  11. Theresa Taylor BayerSeptember 6, 2009 at 11:07 AM

    What a lively and beautiful portrait of Jed! I'm sure he'll always treasure it. And congratulations on winning that lovely thalo blue ribbon.

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  12. Jo CastilloSeptember 6, 2009 at 11:52 AM

    Rosemary, wow! This is a wonderful painting and deserving of the award. Congratulations! Your hard work is paying off.

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  13. RuthSeptember 6, 2009 at 10:15 PM

    Rosemary, What a delightful portrait. You did start with a perfect pose, BUT, your rendering made this an exciting pose. From the expression on his face to the overhead lighting which makes such an unusual and captivating mood, this is a delight for all viewing it. I can see why it was an easy decision for the judge to place the Big Blue right where it is. All the features: in the face, the ears, the hands, shoulders, directions of arms, the soft folds of shirt, strokes in & directions of hair, the "shine" of the metal--simply Fantastic! You've captured this young man's sparkle!!!!! Every time I look back at it, I smile. What an honor to view it on your blog. Thanks for sharing. If I can get to paint like you, I will be soooooo satisfied. Ruth Bodycott

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  14. Debra KeirceSeptember 7, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    A blue ribbon! Congratulations! It is well deserved!

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  15. RosemarySeptember 8, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    Thank you Theresa and Jo! Your comments and encouragement mean a lot! Both of you understand "hard work" and I appreciate your post!

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  16. RosemarySeptember 8, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    Ruth, what can I say?!! Wow! Thanks seems so inadequate. So glad you like the painting...I did get lucky with the photo and he's such a darling boy. This one was a joy to paint. Had planned to do a larger one but think I will stop while I'm ahead! Your comments and compliments mean so much! Thanks again!

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  17. RosemarySeptember 8, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    Thank you Deb! This award gave me a "confidence boost"! Thanks for stopping by and please come back!

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  18. L.HolmSeptember 15, 2009 at 6:40 PM

    Congratulations, Rosemary! Very well-deserved. This is such a beautiful portrait. It radiates life.

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  19. RosemarySeptember 16, 2009 at 11:17 AM

    Thanks Liz! It's painted with love! Appreciate your comments!

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  20. Cindy ProciousSeptember 18, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    Go, girl!

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  21. RosemaryOctober 6, 2009 at 7:49 PM

    Thank you Cindy! I just found your coment! So glad you came by!

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