Des's Doodlings (1 Viewer)

ARTHUR BISHOP

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• Nov 30, 2008

• #201

It speaks for itself Des . A lovely memory for her.

 

nickderry

C'est pas ma faute, je suis anglais.

• Nov 30, 2008

• #202

certainly a picture to remember happy moments.

 

timwootton

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• Nov 30, 2008

• #203

Great companions to have around and b100dy heartbreaking when we lose them. This is a very lovely portrait and it will be gratefully received and cherished - no doubt.

 

desgreene

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• Dec 1, 2008

• #204

Thanks guys, much appreciated.

 

Woody

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• Dec 1, 2008

• #205

Nice one Des, sensitively done.

Mike

 

desgreene

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• Dec 8, 2008

• #206

I thought I'd post a work in progress of a watery scene with a Grey Wagtail. Loads to do yet but I don't think I'll get anything done on it this week due to other stuff, and then off to Spain for a fortnight, so looks like a 2009 finish for this one.

 

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nickderry

C'est pas ma faute, je suis anglais.

• Dec 8, 2008

• #207

ah, so this is where the glaze comes in - looking very good already, have a good trip and don't forget to finish it when you get back!

 

desgreene

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• Dec 8, 2008

• #208

Yes Nick, about 200 layers! The hair-dryer got some use!

 

desgreene

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• Dec 10, 2008

• #209

I managed another session on this to get it finished before my trip. Not sure how well it's worked overall, but it was a good lesson for me anyway!

 

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timwootton

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• Dec 10, 2008

• #210

It's worked really wel Des - like it loads. Well worth persuing this theme for a little while, I think.

 

Woody

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• Dec 10, 2008

• #211

Glazing is not an easy technique to get to grips with but you've got it ripped. Nice one!

Mike

 

nickderry

C'est pas ma faute, je suis anglais.

• Dec 10, 2008

• #212

This as worked very well indeed, the only major downside is it looks exactly like the grey wagtails on the river that I see at work, but I suppose it's the nicest aspect of being at work. Lovely pic

 

desgreene

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• Dec 11, 2008

• #213

Thanks all for the kind comments, and also for the tips on glazing on the other thread.

I'll definitely keep working on it, I've got an idea for a slate bedded stream complete with dipper etc that that would be worth experimenting with blue glazes I reckon.

Firstly though, since Beth the labrador went down a storm, I've got another (unpaid!) commission for a Blue-fronted Parrot. Much safer ground than the dog I suppose!

 

desgreene

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• Feb 8, 2009

• #214

First painting for ages, but found time for this in acrylic over the weekend.

 

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nickderry

C'est pas ma faute, je suis anglais.

• Feb 8, 2009

• #215

this is very beautiful and very creatively atmospheric too - a great biting coldness to it, superb!

 

timwootton

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• Feb 9, 2009

• #216

This is great Des - I love the simplified approach to the emergent reeds, really well seen. THe female is a beautiful, graceful shape which, by moving away at the 3/4 angle, opens up a nice passage of depth to the painting.
Fabulous image!

 

Woody

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• Feb 9, 2009

• #217

There's a great strength in the simplicity of this Des that gives it a wonderful atmosphere. Bl**dy cold though!

Mike

 

desgreene

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• Feb 9, 2009

• #218

Many thanks for the kind comments gents.

All the best,
Des.