I remember this day so well! Mike and I went to Napa Valley for last Valentine’s day holiday for a long weekend. After visiting Copia (where we learned how to make hot chocolate and home-made marshmallows in a cooking class), we played fetch with Gracie in a field behind Copia beside what I guess is the Napa river. My reference photo for this painting was taken a bit later, so the light even warmer.
I think this represents where I’m going. Continuing to losen up, being more expressive. What do you think?
Napa Glow, Oil on Linen, 8×10″
Mike and Gracie on that day…me, behind the camera as usual 🙂
You do great work. I love your loose and bold style. I would love to do a link exchange if your interested.
My blog:
http://austinmaloney.blogspot.com/
My email:
amaloneyart@gmail.com
I really like this one Ed. Love the looseness.
Looks great and an apt title.
I love the loose quality in this one! It’s something I’ve been striving for in my own work…the balance between accuracy and expression…the never-ending quest.
Really beautiful! I think your painting is prettier than the actual scene.
Great bog! I’ve been enjoying it much. Check my blog out when you get a chance and let me know if you want to exchange links?
http://www.thepochadebox.blogspot.com
Keep up the good work!
Martin Figlinski
Hi Martin, thanks for your encouragement. I checked out your blog, very nice work. I didn’t see a blogroll, though, so not sure about a link exchange. I generally don’t do that any just to drive traffic. I list blogs that I do truly read. I’ve added yours to my list, so may post it soon.
Cheers, -Ed
Well you’ve loosened it up, but it still looks like you were in control Ed. This one is real nice.
I really get a sense of this place. Love the colors and the amount of detail you’ve chosen to put in.