'Silverton Creek'
Pastel on Colourfix sanded paper (dark blue) 70cm x 50cm
Silverton Creek has been painted thousands of times by many artists, and this is my version! The town of Silverton is just on the edge of outback Australia and up the road a bit from the mining town of Broken Hill. The whole area is such an interesting place to visit. It is an artist’s paradise!!! As you can see there is absolutely NO water in the creek, but the eucalypt trees throughout the creek area are simply magnificent.
Featured in First Things Group – Oct 2009
'Silverton Creek' belongs to the following groups:
* Painted Nature *, Aussie Bush Paintings, Australia! You're Standing In it...., Contemporary Pastel Painters (2 per day), First Things, Friends of RedBubble, Imaginative Realism, Impressionism Café, Impressionist Art, Landscape Painting, Realist Traditional Art, The Best of and Works On Paper
Noelene Davies
Stunning Lynda.
Lynda Robinson replied
That was a quick response Noelene! Thank you very much me dear!
Linda Ridpath
i think you have captured the ‘dryness’ of this brilliantly lynda, again you are superb with your pastels. well done you!! x
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you Linda. We had very warm days and very cold nights while we were in this area. I want to go back again sometime.
Esther's Art a...
Beautifull work Lynda, love the way you explain your art. Cheers Esther
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks Esther.
GEORGE SANDERSON
Another stunning image ,Lynda
I love how you capture the light in you trees , and as Linda says, you can almost feel the dryness !!!
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks Gorgeous!
ISMAIL ALAOUI ...
eucalyptus trees are so nombrous in my country as well,
i think your version is the best
but i like better when you paint it during the sunrise or sunset
since you are so good with saturated colors!
Lynda Robinson replied
I didn’t realise you had eucalypts in your country Ismail. Thank you for another great comment.
Simon Aberle
Beautiful work yet again Lynda :)
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks Simon.
Irene Burdell
Wonderful work Lynda .
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks Irene.
Woodie
I always love your gum tree/outback paintings.
This is wonderful!!!
Cheers Neil
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks for a great comment Woodie – I still have a few more from our travels a few years back to upload!!!
Douglas Hunt
You’ve got a wonderful composition in this piece, with beautiful flowing lines, and, as usual, it’s expertly rendered.
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you Doug. The colours in this area of Australia are so bright and clear because the atmosphere is so pure. I want to go back there sometime.
Kate Eller
Another thing I have noticed by studying this gorgeous painting specifically is the way you pick the most dramatic parts of the day to paint. ( which makes sense ) The sun seems to be fairly low in the sky to make all those wonderful shadows you “paint” so well. Fantastic trees….and the light on the bark just makes their “gnarliness” stand out. You have opened my eyes about Australia…..and all it’s beauty. Amazing work Lyndy.
Lynda Robinson replied
Wow – this is another great comment from you Kate! The time was late afternoon for this one, so still quite bright and sunny in this part of the world. What a wonderful thing to say about your eyes being opened about Australia!!! I am very flattered. (I will educate you about the ‘footy’ later)!
Janis Zroback
As always with your work, this is a fabulous interpretation of a beautiful place….
Lynda Robinson replied
Great to hear from you Janis, and thank you for a lovely comment.
Blended
This is wonderful! I like the shapes of those trees.
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks Blended. The gum trees come in many intrigueing shapes, and the colours and patterns in the bark are amazing.
Susan Bergstrom
Stunning piece Lynda…excellent!
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you Susan. Hope all is well with you deery.
Leslie Gustafson
Beautiful. The tree textures and shadows really give interest to this one Lynda! Love your work.
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you so much Leslie. You are a legend!
Brian Towers
Brillian in so many ways, but that blue sky, highlit trees and your telent are tops.
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks for another great comment Brian. Hope you are fully fit again now, and off to the Killingworth group this Friday. I ordered a chair with a cushion for you!!!
Jim Phillips
I am always just in awe of your pastels. Gorgeous work Lynda.
Lynda Robinson replied
You are too kind to me Jim! Thanks a lot.
annamora
... it is amazing how dry this painting feels …
..beautiful …
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you Anna.
Mrswillow
I remember this one (or one very much like it) It is beautiful Lynda and it always amazes me just how beautifully you capture the various aspects of the Australian light.
Lynda Robinson replied
Yes – this one was around for a few art shows Sandra. It finally sold at ‘My Easel and Eye’ exhibition.
jgmart
Beautiful painting – amazing work!
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you jgmart.
Linda Callaghan
wow Lynda totally agree the eucalypt trees are magnificent and portrayed perfectly in another one of your wonderful pastel paintings…. why oh why oh why is this painting a winner because Lynda with a ‘why’ painted it! :-D
Lynda Robinson replied
You do make me smile Linda!!!! Thanks for a great comment.
Paul Starkey
OMG girl!, another masterpiece! I cant get over the way you capture the colours of the land, just so amazing. If you ever run pastel workshops, let me know, I’ll come along. Just stunning.
Lynda Robinson replied
Dunno about it being a masterpiece Paul, but thanks for a great comment. Just the thought of a pastel workshop gives me palpitations! I have done a couple in my time, but I was a nervous wreck!!!!
nkbellani
so beautiful a painting…
Lynda Robinson replied
Very nice to meet you Mr. Bellani, and thank you for such a nice comment. I just had a quick look at your site and it looks magnificent with some interesting information there too. I will have a proper look this evening (when I get home from work).
morgansartworld
amazing so stunningly beautiful
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you very much Morgan and it is lovely to meet you!
Hagen
Beautiful
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you for your interest in my work Hagen.
nkbellani
You are so welcome…and thank you too:)
Margaret Stock...
Lovely…..lovely…..lovely!
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks heaps ‘lovely’ Margaret.
Corinne Pouzet
I wish I could go there someday….seems the perfect place to be. I can perfectly smell the eucalyptus trees from here !!! so well rendered (as usual), I even can feel the heat…..another ‘incroyable’ landscape of yours Lynda
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you so much my dear Corinne! You always make me smile, and you always lift my spirits!
valzart
Absolutely stunning sweetheART brill painting ;} happy hippy hugglez
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks Val. Hugglez back to you…...
Brian Towers
Most thoughtful to order the cushion and chair Lynda as I just punctured my rubber ring (these things always let one down eventually). Trying to blow it up in the club without being noticed ain’t eay either. Pleased to say I’m now reaping the benefits of the op’ and the discomfort was worth it now I feel ten years younger.
You know I’m sure you should be able to produce a video demonstrating your artwork which should sell like hot cakes – I could guarantee quite a few copies from our members for a start. Ever thought of approaching a company?
Lynda Robinson replied
Keeee-rikey Brian!!! I am so glad I don’t have any stitches because I would have just busted them after reading this!!!!
Mind boggling visuals re: the first part, and nice thought re: the second part, but I would be a nervous wreckage and the video would demonstrate how to produce a scribbled mess!
elenaoleniuc
Splendid, like all your works !
Lynda Robinson replied
You are far too kind to me elena!!! Thank you very much.
nkbellani
Very nice to meet you too Lynda…sorry, sometimes I leave my manners on my balcony!..
Lynda Robinson replied
Oh very funny! I hope your manners don’t get cold out there on your balcony!!!! What does the ‘N’ stand for – I can’t keep calling you Mr. Bellani!
nkbellani
Hahaha!..Oh..it’s 43dC or…109dF outside… my manners could only really melt out there!! ...most of my friends here call me Kumar or nk, some even call me enkay…so it’s all your choice… Lynda, I hope it’s ok to call you Lynda! wonderful to see you
Lynda Robinson replied
Kumar it is then Kumar!!! My friends call me quite a few names, but mainly Lynda!!!! You’d better go and rescue your manners before they all melt away in that heat, and it is wonderful to see you too…...
Gogo Korogiannou
Excellent artwork!
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks Gogo! Much appreciated.
Anne McGinn
This could be a scene in California – so lovely
Lynda Robinson replied
I would love to see the scenic resemblance for myself Anne! But I will just have to take your word for it! Thanks for your interest in my work.
S-NOCTURNUS
Excellent Work!! Well done :)
Lynda Robinson replied
Many thanks for a great comment and for your interest in my work Mr. S-Nocturnus!!
Virginia McGowan
oh youv’e painted the same trees I did! well maybe different !! arne’t they gorgeous ….LOL Yours are super fabulous!!
Lynda Robinson replied
You make me laugh Ginny! Yes they are gorgeous trees. We have some wonderful trees don’t we? Unfortunately many around here are looking a bit ‘stressed’ with the drought conditions. Thanks for a great comment.
Varry
YOU ARE A VERY CLEVER POSSUM LYNDA…
Lynda Robinson replied
That comment conjures up visions of Dame Edna!!! Thank you ‘varry’ much dear Varry!
Mary Lawson
This is just beautiful Lynda, one look and I am right back in Australia.
Mary Lawson
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you very much Mary. I did this a few years ago, and I think I would do it quite differently now.
Helga
Your version is stunning- well done.
Lynda Robinson replied
Many thanks Helga for your very kind comment.
ANNETTE HAGGER
This has great atmosphere lyn…another masterpiece….anna : )
Lynda Robinson replied
Hiya Anna – thanks for a wonderful comment. XO
Pam Hunt-Bromf...
Your pieces are so very beautiful.
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks so much Pam. I appreciate your visit to my work.
linmarie
I am speechless, this takes my breath away,, I just want too go there and walk around all day,, thanks for a beautiful piece of art,, LINMARIE
Lynda Robinson replied
What a great comment Linmarie!!!! Thank you very much indeed.
Phil Eckert
Brilliant !!
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you very much Phil
Lorenzo Castello
What a beautiful day, I love the fresh air perfumed of eucalyptus
Lynda Robinson replied
Grazie per guardare il mio lavoro, che impallidisce di significato rispetto alla tua!
Fran Webster
I can feel the heat in this one. Love the shadows.
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks for taking the time to look at my work Fran. Your comment is much appreciated.
itsallgoodamanda
I just flicked through your album and I am very impressed .Have to admit I am quite fussy when it comes to paintings and art…I think you have captured the true essence of Australia in most of them and it touches me greatly as I love this country so much you have done a superb job .the drawings are filled with passion,emotion and colours of our unique country .Wonderful stuff !
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you for a really lovely comment! Yes, we are very lucky to live where we do. I appreciate your interest in my work very much indeed.
Margaret Harris
Beautiful work Lynda..love the lighting !
Lynda Robinson replied
Many thanks Margaret.
Janis Zroback
Congratulations..you have been featured in the First Things Group
Lynda Robinson replied
WOW – What a nice surprise to find this after a weekend away!!!! Thank you so much Janis.
Paul Starkey
Hey Lynda, I just want to pass on my congratulations on your Feature!! well deserved!!
Lynda Robinson replied
Thanks heaps Paul. It was a lovely surprise to find this feature, as well as your lovely comment, today.
John Cocoris
Beautiful art work Linda your gum trees are fantastic.
Lynda Robinson replied
So are your gum trees John!!! Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Cathy Amendola
Just breathtaking Lynda!! I love letting my eye wonder down the tree trunk, and see how you take the lights and move them into shadow..amazing work!
CONGRATULATIONS on the feature!
Cathy
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you Cathy. How do you manage to say just the right thing every time?!!!! You are such a pal!
David Silsbury
Great work, popular too, well done and congratulations on being featured.
David
Lynda Robinson replied
Thank you so much David and I appreciate your interest in my work very much.