Vitruvian Man
Leonardo DaVinci
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Vitruvian Man Homer Simpson 2018 |
My apologies to Leonardo
Carol Schiff
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Monday, January 24, 2022
Dogwood Painting, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 6x8" Oil on panel
I had an empty wall in my house.....unheard of for an artist!! After much deliberation, I decided I wanted to hang a couple of florals I painted a few months ago.
I wanted to inspire myself to try more of this style, very loose, and painted with lots of transparent colors and lots of medium.
So far, I have had a problem trying to dupicate the look!!!
A further complication.....the original paintings are 6x8" and I needed larger pieces for my wall.
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A further complication.....the original paintings are 6x8" and I needed larger pieces for my wall.
That was a problem I could solve. I ordered giclee prints on canvas, increasing the size of the prints. I have to say they came out wonderful. I even manipulated the color slightly on the dogwood to work better in my room. Thankfully, I was able to take high resolution images of both paintings, allowing them to be printed in the size I desired without losing detail in the image.
Now, I just have to keep practicing until I am able to duplicate my technique.
Thanks for visiting my blog today!
Carol Schiff
Friday, January 21, 2022
Where Am I Going?, Small Oil Paintings, Daily Paintings
Traditionally, this time of the year, is when we evaluate our performance, over the last twelve months, and look at the direction we are headed.
I looked through my posts from last year, and picked out my favorite pieces, hoping against hope that they will tell me where I am headed.
Abstract Expressionism?
Maybe....
Thick Paint?
Impressionism?
Brushwork?
Knife?
Really thin paint?
Artistically, I see nothing but question marks. I want to have a clear plan, a path to follow and mark my progress, but alas, it evades me.
I looked through my posts from last year, and picked out my favorite pieces, hoping against hope that they will tell me where I am headed.
Abstract Expressionism?
Maybe....
Thick Paint?
Impressionism?
Really thin paint?
Or does it really matter?
All this thinking is making my head hurt!
I am happy I found this many pieces, from last year, that speak to ME. I am happy with them which makes me happy with me.
Maybe 2020 will find me treading the straight and narrow.....but somehow, I don't think so.
Thank you all, for joining me on my crazy, unplanned journey!
Hubby keeps me grounded!
Carol Schiff
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Wildflowers and Windswept Tree Landscape, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Palette Knife Art
Somedays, everything just feels right!
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Monday, January 17, 2022
Abstract Seascape Painting, Small Oil Painting, Tropical Ocean 8x8x1.5"
Fresh off a trip to the Florida Keys, I returned inspired by the gorgeous water colors. I started a new series I call "Coral Reef". This is the first piece of the series entitled "Wakes".
I was captivated with the colors of the sea as we rode out to the coral reef.
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I was captivated with the colors of the sea as we rode out to the coral reef.
The boat wake followed us out seven miles from shore.
It was my first trip to the keys in many years, and a had forgotten the lure of the tropical beauty.
Thanks for viewing my blog today
Carol Schiff
Saturday, January 15, 2022
Abstract Syscape, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, 8x8x3" Original Oil
Today is gray, foggy and damp, so I decided to post the most fun painting I could find.
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 I painted it on a 8x8x3" canvas, so even the shape is unique. It's chunky and cute and it resides on a bookshelf , where it brightens the whole room. I cannot help but smile each time I look at it. The canvas was a mistake. I did not realize how deep it was when I ordered it. What could I possibly do with it? Well, for this painting, I think it is perfect! Have a fantastic day!
Carol Schiff
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Friday, January 14, 2022
Colorado Landscape, Small Oil Painting, Daily Painting, Mountain Painting, Flower Painting SOLD
I am in to mountains these days. I am, after all , surrounded by them since my move to NC.
These mountains, however are in Colorado.....the famous Rockies.
This is a 9x12 oil on canvas panel.
Carol Schiff
www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
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www.CarolSchiffStudio.etsy.com
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