I truly enjoyed painting this still life. I thought it would be nice painting the tablecloth blue to match the grapes. I took the design in the vase from several pictures I had ... Using sanded paper was interesting as well because it gives you wonderful texture on the grapes and cloth.
So delicate, Hilda - a first class job. I've never used sanded paper, it sounds like you enjoy using it ... and it clearly works for you.
ReplyDeletethank you John! Sanded paper gives it texture when you paint..its perfect for rocks and mountains!!
DeleteNice Hilda + long time. Enjoy your holidays!
ReplyDeleteIts so nice hearing from you Susan..its been so long. I have a lot of problems getting into your blog so I'll keep trying...
DeleteHilda, this is sooo beautiful. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Sonjia. I'm so glad you liked it...!!
DeleteVery interesting work Hilda and that blue is stunning!
ReplyDeletethank you so much Helen. I really liked the blue as well. Enjoy the rest of the Evening...
DeleteSo beautiful, Hilda.
ReplyDeletethank you SO much Carol!! I'm glad you stopped by to comment.
DeleteOk, you are so fast I didn't get to the first one to comment, but I like this one better. The blues are just great and you captured a delicate feel to the pitcher. Isn't it amazing how many layers and detail you can get on the sanded paper. But I am so used to moving the pastel around and it doesn't move that much on the sanded paper. What type did you use?
ReplyDeletethank you so much Nelvia. I think I like this one a bit more..probably because it has the pattern on the vase and I really like the blue...I'm not sure what the name of the sanded paper is..if I find out I'll let you know..
DeleteAh Ha! You said you were going to do another still life, and it is a delight to see! I think the design on it is beautiful. You have some fine lines in the design which is sometimes difficult to do on sanded paper. You managed it well! I love sanded paper especially UArt, and I hope you like it as well. The scene is elegant and restful, and everything relates perfectly! Please, more!
ReplyDeleteI'm having so much fun working with still life paintings. I'll be doing them more often. I'm doing an oil portrait right now..not sure how that's going. Very challenging since I don't do portraits in oil. lol
DeleteA gorgeous still life, the grapes look god enough to eat, so real , and you did an awesome work with the decoration on the vase.
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice comment Jane... especially from someone who does beautiful work with still life paintings...
DeleteGreat job on the draping of the fabric and the shading on the vase...just perfect! I love that you found and used your own design for the vase.
ReplyDeleteAwww! thank you Joan! I enjoyed working with the drapes as well. SO different from my norm. I liked doing the drapery on the sanded paper.
DeleteHola Hilda, Este bodegón o naturaleza muerta, me gusta mucho más que la anterior. El color azul dominante esta perfectamente combinado entre el jarrón (sus dibujos), las uvas y el mantel, también azul. Una combinación perfecta. Te felicito. Me gusta mucho.
ReplyDeleteUn fuerte abrazo.
Estoy muy contenta que ha gustado esta pintura Josh. Era un poco diferente para mi.! Muchisimas gracias por tu visita! un abrazo fuerte
DeleteThis is gorgeous! I really admire your work♥
ReplyDeletethank you Summer for stopping by to comment...you're so kind.!
DeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeletethank you so much Judy for stopping by to comment.. I really appreciate your visit!!
DeleteAbsolutely lovely. I adore the design in the pitcher. The bird is just the perfect touch. Hope you have a super day. Hugs!
ReplyDeletethank you so much Debbie for your comment. I had a lot of fun painting the design on the vase. The colors were a favorite as well. sending hugs!
DeleteIt is a gorgeous painting! I love the composition and the design on the pitcher is so delicate and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you So much Celia! Such a nice comment!!! I appreciate you stopping by!!!!
ReplyDeleteHilda, what a beautiful painting. Love the contrast of the background and tablecloth. Just lovely. Hope you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Joan!!!! I'm so glad you liked this. Your comment means a lot to me!!! We had a wonderful Thanksgiving at my daughter Jennifer's house! Now it's hard to believe Christmas is around the corner!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful painting! The design on the pitcher is so delicately done and really brings this piece to life. And I think your use of a limited palette gives it a subdued elegance. Just lovely, Hilda!
ReplyDeleteThank you Susan for such a nice comment! I think I will be doing more still life paintings in the future! I really enjoyed it. Have a wonderful day!!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the combination of all the blues in this painting, Hilda - I'm a big fan of blue and this is just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you SO much Connie! I'm very happy that you liked my still life! I really enjoyed painting this! I would love to do another....maybe fruits in a bowl?? Have a wonderful evening!!!!
ReplyDeleteI just love this one Hilda. The blues are wonderful and the painting is so harmonious. The design on the pitcher is fabulous. I painted in pastel, years ago, and I think that was very difficult to do. Wonderful work!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Carol. I felt so comfortable painting this...right now I'm painting a portrait in oils and I have to say it will definitely be my last ! Lol. I don't know how to mix colors.... But I will post it if I ever finish! Glad you stopped by to comment.
ReplyDeleteHilda, this is so gorgeous and heartwarming! I admire and appreciate your artistic talent!
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice comment Linda! Thank you so much. Enjoy the rest of the Evening!!
DeleteHello Hilda!
ReplyDeleteSorry I haven't been commenting! I am still out here enjoying your wonderful art! I so love your two still lifes, the latest portrait, and canyon! You, of course, are so very, very talented! (And a very caring person!) Thanks for visiting my blog and the lovely comment!) Happiest Holidays buddy! Michael!
It's so nice to hear from you Michael!!! I hope you're well....thank you for stopping by to comment!! Have a wonderful Holiday! I'll be looking forward to seeing more paintings from you in the New Year!!!! Hugs to you!!!!
DeleteZo mooi is dit geworden de druiven zijn om op te eten lieve groetjes Danielle
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Danielle! I'm glad you stopped by to comment!! I appreciate it!!!
ReplyDeleteThe blues you used are so rich and beautifully varied, Hilda. Not easy to do...for me anyway. You know how delighted I was to find a bird on your beautiful design. Still life painting is a treasure because an artist can be so personal in their choices and the view gets a glimpse into the heart of the painter.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Julie for such a nice comment! I liked the bird as well....maybe I should have added a nest? Lol ...or actually you should have since I have NO idea how and you are the Master at painting nests!!! Enjoy the rest of this beautiful but cold day!!
ReplyDeleteLovely work Hilda
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Ash! I appreciate you stopping by to comment!
DeleteBonjour chère amie,
ReplyDeleteLa composition de ce magnifique pastel est superbe.
J'aime le travail, rempli de finesse, de la décoration sur le pot. La généreuse grappe de raisin donne envie de ... oups ! en tirer un grain !
Une belle harmonie de couleur.
"Rêvons à présent d'un Noël en couleurs !
Mille bisous ❄︎ ❄︎ ❄︎
Awww! Thank you so much Martine! Such a nice comment! Happy Holidays to you and your family!!!! Sending hugs!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are having fun! Still lifes are a nice relief from portraiture. I had a nice time catching up on your posts. I was very impressed with your technique and outstanding skin tones. Beautiful pastel renderings.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Linda! I never realized how much fun painting still life's would be! I have a reference photo that I would love to do....and the perfect paper for it.
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