Saturday, May 11, 2019

Sunset in North Carolina

My Nephew who lives in beautiful North Carolina took this reference shot and asked me if I can paint it.  I just loved all the beautiful colors in the sky that I took my oils out quickly.  Someday, I would love to do a sunset in pastels as well. .

30 comments:

  1. Truly breath-taking, Hilda! There is nothing that stuns me more than a sunset/sunrise. They make one stop in their tracks, so to speak. Love the silhouettes of trees and branches and all of that color!!!

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    1. thank you so much Carol. I agree... I've seen many sunset/sunrise in my life and they are all so unique. Its always amazing to see. I'm glad you liked this painting. I enjoyed painting it.

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  2. Lovely!!! It looks so realistic. This would make a beautiful pastel.

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    1. thank you so much Joan for stopping by to comment. I loved painting this and would love to do another sunset/sunrise painting... I have a wonderful reference shot of a sunset in the Grand Canyon that I would love to do someday.

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  3. So beautiful…wow! You handled the colors and shadows so well. Applause!

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    1. Awwwww..Jo! thank you! I appreciate your very generous comment. There was so many colors in that sky... need to do another!

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  4. Stunning colors and beautifully painted , love everything about it !

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    1. Thank you Jane...you made my day. I'm glad you like it. It makes me want to paint more landscapes. hugs.

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  5. Amazing painting, Hilda! Wow!

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  6. Me gusta el árbol en el primer plano, resulta impactante con su oscuridad.

    Besos, Hilda.

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    1. Muchisimas gracias Olga.! Tu comentario es muy amable...
      un abrazo

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  7. Absolutely gorgeous Hilda...love that beautiful sky that you captured. Hope you are having a delightful day. Hugs!

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  8. Thank you Debbie. When I finish a landscape I wonder why I don't do more...
    Love to paint skies now...lol
    Enjoy this beautiful day.

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    1. Such a generous comment, Tanza. Thank you for stopping by!

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  10. Wow - this one takes my breath away!

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    1. Thank you so much Susan. You just made my day with your comment. I would love to do more landscapes...I really enjoyed painting this.

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  11. Beautiful! This morning I am painting a North Carolina landscape and your tree is just the inspiration I need! Your colors are fresh and you make us feel like we are there seeing this amazing sunset with you!

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    1. thank you so much Rosemary. North Carolina landscapes are definitely beautiful. I truly look forward to seeing your painting. I've been there many times and every time I see it differently. Enjoy your Evening!!

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  12. What the ...WOW...a gorgeous sunset. It is true...you can paint anything, Hilda, and paint it well! I know this is beautiful and if you did it in pastel it would be just as beautiful!

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    1. Julie, you're SO kind!! I appreciate your comment.. you just made me smile. hugs....

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  13. This is so vibrant and evocative, Hilda. You really are just as accomplished with oils as with pastels!

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    1. Thank you so much Helene. You just made my day with such a generous comment.

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  14. Oh Hilda - this is so beautiful - your landscapes rival your portraits and figures! Such a successful piece - I love it!

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    1. Awwwww! thank you SO much Connie. I appreciate such a nice comment.. Enjoy the rest of the evening...

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  15. It's so nice to see a landscape from you. It must feel like child's play, since portraiture is so demanding. You are a master of both.

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  16. I really enjoy painting landscapes and really should do more (to practice) But when I see a face I find that I have to paint it...lol. thank you for stopping by to comment, Carol. I really appreciate it!! hugs...

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  17. This is beautiful! We do have gorgeous sunsets and sunrises here in NC and of course those famous Carolina blue skies. Your interpretation has a very tranquil mood.

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    1. Thank you so muchSteven! I'm glad you liked it...you're a lucky man if you live in North Carolina. Beautiful State!!

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