L'INNOCENSE by Bougeureau (detail)
14" x 11" oil on Canvas
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May the new year bring you peace, happiness and good health with
many creative opportunities!
Since copying the work of "old masters" is a worthwhile self-teaching tool for me, L'INNOCENSE by William Adolph Bougeureau provided the inspiration for our Christmas card this year. Even using a cropped version, it would have taken more hours than I could spare to do this piece justice. An old tube of Shiva Olive Green never before opened was used in the flesh tones. The mixes were interesting and I will continue to experiment with this hue. I do not know the size of the original but would like to download a high resolution photo and paint this favorite again in a large format.
What a fabulous painting Rosemary! And it makes a perfect Christmas card. Have a great Festive Season.
ReplyDeleteRosemary, you did an awesome job on this! What a gorgeous Christmas card you've created! May your day be full of joy and blessings that continue right on through this new year!
ReplyDeleteThank you Liz and Sherry! I appreciate your comments and wish you a wonderful new year!
ReplyDeleteHI---This gorgeous painting is very Inspiring and very Peaceful!! I'm very Proud of YOU & Your
ReplyDeletemany Talents!! This is one Christmas Card I will always Treasure! God Bless You in This New Year Always and In All Ways.
Love, "Sister Sunshine" :-)
Thank you Monte! What a special surprise to find your comment here! Love you Sister!
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