Sunday, August 7, 2011

Fruit and Glass


18" x 24" Oil on Hardboard

Oh boy - this one was a challenge with each stroke yielding a delighted sigh or an “oops”. Not sure if it’s finished so will look at it for a while before signing. Painting glass may be addictive since I can hardly wait to arrange the next still life!

“Fruit and Glass” was started by toning the support with a neutral warm acrylic and transferring a very detailed drawing. The under painting was roughed in with acrylic before the switch to oils. The pears were painted with many thin transparent glazes as was the blue glass. The dark behind the pears is a deep green - not black as it appears in this photo. Romantically realistic - I do like this one!

Currently a portrait of my mother is on one easel and two commissioned portraits on others. The next still life reflective glass painting will get a back burner for now…
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23 comments:

  1. Nancy GoldmanAugust 8, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    This is beautifully done Rosemary. I don't know how you could have made it a harder painting. Really.... glass, lace, cut glass.... you're crazy!

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  2. Autumn LeavesAugust 8, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    I sure have to agree with Nancy. This is really a stunner, Rosemary! I love that blue glass and look at the curled edges of the clear glass! The crocheted doily also grabs my attention for its intricacy! I hope you'll share the portrait of your mom! I've missed seeing your work.

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  3. RosemaryAugust 9, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Thanks Nancy! If I were not crazy at the start - this painting did drive me to madness! Actually I'm happiest with the little detail brushes in hand. Can't wait to paint more glass. I so appreciate your comments!

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  4. RosemaryAugust 9, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Oh thank you Sherry! Please don't look too closely at the crochet - the most difficult part of the painting! I know you are a needle pro and can see the boo boos with the pattern! I hope to post the portrait of Mama soon...it's coming along. Thanks so much for your comments and loyal support!

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  5. silviawilliamspaintswatercolorsAugust 10, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    tHAT IS A FABULOUS PAINTING. tHE JAR SHINES BEAUTIFULLY AND THE LACE IS RENDERED AS IF YOU COULD TOUCH IT. GREAT JOB,ROSIE. SILVIA

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  6. RosemaryAugust 18, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    Thanks Sil - I really appreciate your positive comments!

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  7. hmuxoAugust 19, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    I found your blog after visiting Sherry. Your work is so incredibly perfect. I love that crocheted doily..must have stared at that for awhile!! I'm looking forward to seeing the portrait of your Mother!

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  8. Beth DixAugust 22, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Rosemary; Each one of your paintings is better than the last. Well done! Hope you are doing well. Finally bought myself a new camera yesterday so I can get my own reference pictures. Taking lessons now from Bob Travers in Black Mountain to improve my painting skills. I've learned a lot in a few short weeks. Keep up the good work!!!

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  9. RosemaryAugust 29, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Thanks for stopping by and for your kind words, Hilda! I hope you will come back often. Now I'm off to visit your blog!

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  10. RosemaryAugust 29, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Oh Beth, thank you so much! So happy you are learning from Bob Travers! I'm a big fan of his and once visited his studio/ranch where I took lots of photos of his horses, goats, etc. His work is awesome and so is yours! I wish Black Mountain were a little closer and our stay here longer so I could study with him too!

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  11. MaryAugust 30, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Oh, Rosemary, this piece takes my breath away! Each material and texture is so beautifully rendered, and yet you bring the elements together into a balanced, integrated whole. I have enjoyed simply contemplating your painting for awhile; the way the objects catch the light has a spiritual quality.

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  12. Claire Beadon CarnellAugust 30, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    WOW - this just shimmers with light - it is absolutely stunning. Your textures are really amazing, and I am expecially impressed with the way you have so masterfully rendered the hand-crocheted doily. Exquisite all around!

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  13. RosemarySeptember 2, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    Mary, your comments have made my day! A spiritual quality to the light is the utmost compliment! Thank you so much!

    Claire, thanks so very much! This one took a while and your encouraging comments make it all worth the challenge and effort!

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  14. Theresa Taylor BayerSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Wow! I love this! And you are so right, painting glass is addictive. You've done a superb job.

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  15. Barbara PaskSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    I agree, wow, wow, wow! A spectacular job on a lot of very difficult subjects. Really gorgeous Rosemary.

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  16. Jo CastilloSeptember 2, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Ditto to all the above. You have really captured the lights and darks in the glass and the doily is beautiful. You are doing some amazing work.

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  17. Gary KeimigSeptember 3, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Believe me it is done. Wonderful job

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  18. Maria Kovalenko LeysensSeptember 5, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    The way you handled the glass is wonderful. Lovely piece!

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  19. RosemarySeptember 7, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Theresa and Barb - So kind of you to say these things - Thank you!

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  20. RosemarySeptember 7, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    You are such a great supporter and you know I appreciate you and your comments! Today I am praying your home in Bastrop is safe from the fires!

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  21. RosemarySeptember 7, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Gary - Wow! Thanks!

    Maria - Thank you so very much!

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  22. Shelley WhitingOctober 4, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    I love the way the light is on that lace. It's very lovely and subtle. Beautiful work.

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  23. RosemaryOctober 14, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    Thank you for the visit and the kind words, Shelley! I appreciate your comments!

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