Wednesday 24 September 2014

Dressed for Art Deco

8"x6" Oil on gessoboard
$90 with display easel

Ordinary People

An older couple out strolling during Art Deco week... I liked that they were both dressed in cream!! Thousands of people from all over the world come here and dress up to celebrate the 20s and 30s. The festival runs for a week every February with hundreds of events. Pretty much something for everyone!! The color is not so good in this one, it looks better in real life!

11 comments:

  1. Definitely not ordinary people here. This is so stunning. No one does cream like you. Please whisper your secret!

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    1. I'm still learning how to paint white Sharon! Trying different palettes until I'm happy with one. When I get it I'll let you know. This time I used yellow ochre, raw umber, ultramarine blue and white.

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  2. Elegant and stylish, Karen. Good color! What a great event for inspiration.

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    1. Yes there is a heap of inspiration, I have a couple more to do!

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  3. No one does two people in a painting better than you.
    This one and the previous post are quite wonderful.

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    1. Thanks Julie...I would like to loosen up a little, but I suppose more painting time will take care of that!

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  4. I have never heard of that event before but I love the sound of it! I love the Art Deco era. So beautifully painted Karen!

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  5. YOu really outdid yourself with this one...It is a winner!

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    1. Thanks Sue. I loved the photo of them just strolling along!

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  6. This is beautiful Karen! I love their matching outfits and the mood you created. You captured a special moment!

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Thanks for sharing your thoughts and comments, I love reading them...they keep me inspired!