Saturday, September 10, 2011

"Ancestral"




Ancient apple trees still survive along the Blue Ridge Parkway here in North Carolina. Their structures are sometimes contorted creating beautiful patterns against the sky.
Acrylic on Canvas
20" X 16"
SOLD



9 comments:

  1. I love this! Great shapes and color.

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  2. Wonderful painting and perfectly titled. I love trees that have been shaped by nature.

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  3. This is really beautiful! The colors keep drawing the viewer in.

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  4. Hi Susan
    So glad you like it! I was fascinated by the negative spaces and had lots of fun experimenting with the palette.
    Steven

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  5. Hallie
    Coming up with the "right" title is always a challenge-however with this painting it was easier than usual. I love trees and they are one of my favorite subjects.
    Steven

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  6. I love the structure of trees, and this one has wonderful character. Beautifully painted, and love the colours!

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  7. very good paintings, Steven : )

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