Strawberry Point (dry pastel 8 x 10)
Hmmm, I'm not sure I've done the right thing here but something was nagging me about this painting. Often, if a painting stares at me from my wall, sending off vibes like that, for too long something is bound to happen. Since this was painted on paper, it was safe from a total scrub :). Instead I cropped it and reworked some of the areas to make the composition work a little better in its new space and boundries.
This is what it looked like before, as an 11 x 14.
I would really like your honest feedback so if you feel so inclined, please leave me a comment and let me know which you prefer. I can handle it (though I can't get the old one back - no "undo" button here).
Thanks for stopping by!
I like the cropped version--you kept the best parts and it's a small beauty.
ReplyDeleteI like the cropped version too Sandy, I like the water being right in the foreground so you feel like you are there, good decision)
ReplyDeleteYes I like the cropped version best too. It seems more balanced, and I like the addition of the extra darker reeds.
ReplyDeleteYour work is jut lovely. I've really enjoyed browsing through your blog.
Cropped version for sure! The balance of foreground, middle ground, and background are perfect now - before they were almost like too evenly parallel stripes across the composition.
ReplyDeleteI completely believe in cropping to improve a composition. Your cropped version created a much more intimate and inviting interpretation of the inlet. The viewer is now drawn into the painting and directed to explore the background ridgelines as well.
ReplyDeletestopping by from kelly rae's e-course. beautiful paintings. i agree with everyone, i too like the cropped version best. the grass/sandy area that was at the bottom of the old one was distracting. the cropped one feels more inviting and peaceful. beautiful painting.
ReplyDeletestopped by to say hi...your paintings are amazing...and please...don't throw in the kitchen sink!
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There are things I like about each. I like the intimacy of the cropped version but I like the flow and winding path of the uncropped version... That's my humble 2 cents worth:)
ReplyDeleteYou have made the right choice here Sandy, I like the cropped version a lot more. But in saying that I might be a little biased as my worked tends to be quite cropped and focused!
ReplyDeletei'm visiting from KellyRae's Flying Lessons. I really, really enjoyed peaking at your portfolio. Your work has such a glow!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for all your feedback. I really appreciate your input. Sometimes, it's difficult to get that blade going but, wow, once you do it can be tough to stop (hehehe - look out paintings)...
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