This is an image of a mute swan that has wrapped it's neck around to preen. In the original you can see the one eye reflected in the water. I thought it was an interesting view. I have also been playing around with the eye and decided to hand paint this one in. I know it isn't as large brushed as the rest, but felt if I was painting the picture I would paint the eye semi-clear.
06-29-2009, 12:15 PM
Fabs Forns
What an exquisite job you did, the subject is perfect and the texture and light really make it like a painting.
06-29-2009, 01:29 PM
Indranil Sircar
wow... Denise, this is a amazing work. I like the choice of subject, brush stroke and the texture.
06-29-2009, 03:49 PM
Ákos Lumnitzer
Another incredible image from you Denise. You are inspiring me to new heights every time! :)
06-29-2009, 04:00 PM
denise ippolito
Thanks you guys- Your kind words are much appreciated:D
06-29-2009, 05:50 PM
Dave Phillips
awesome young lady....the brush strokes are so well rendered, colors well balanced and
the orange bill color repeated just enough for excellent balance
06-29-2009, 05:59 PM
denise ippolito
Thanks Dave, I really had to re-work this 8 times -setting the brushes and working the lighting and colors. Your kind words mean alot-thankyou.
06-29-2009, 07:54 PM
Cheryl Slechta
Denise, this is so beautiful. The lighting and colors are perfect:D Your creativity is very inspiring!
_____________ Cheryl
06-29-2009, 08:03 PM
denise ippolito
Cheryl, Thankyou so much for your kind words. I am really glad I'm not in the contest,the competition this week is amazing!!! Everybody is really stepping up to the plate!!! I have to say though this theme is alot of fun and I learned alot already!! I do wish Dave Mills was here to enjoy it!!!
06-29-2009, 11:04 PM
Kerry Perkins
Denise, this is wonderful work and shows a deep understanding of the subject. Very nicely done!
06-30-2009, 06:29 AM
denise ippolito
Kerry, Thankyou for your kind words-they are much appreciated.