Dutch Still Life I
When I had finished the large commission for an insurance broker, I was thinking of what I’d like to pursue in the way of subject matter. One of my favorite periods in art history is when the Flemish masters were at the height of their skills. I wondered what it would be like to create my work using some of the Flemish techniques while putting a modern spin on the compositions and subject matter. This was the first in that series.
Original ptg: 18” x 24”
acrylic on canvas panel
private collection
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darkestartist
excellent work, great composition. nicely done. welcome to redbubble :)
thepaintedsoul replied
Thanks for your comment. Gosh, I didn’t know how this all works at Red Bubble, but I’m beginning to understand it a little better.
darkestartist
you’re welcome. if you ever have questions or need help, I will be happy to share my knowledge :)
Arie van der W...
Lovely painting, I love the detail and colors.
thepaintedsoul replied
Thanks Arie.
Jean Hildebrant
Very well done! I find acrylics difficult to work with but you have handled them wiht great skill.
thepaintedsoul replied
Thanks Jean. When I made the switch from oils, I thought was going to go crazy. But I’ve learned to live with acrylics’ limitations. : >) Have a fab weekend. Cheers!
Helen Miles
Enjoyed the clean detail, great contrasts and precise shadows in this one tps!
thepaintedsoul replied
Hi Helen, thanks for saying so. It was one of the first paintings in my life that I felt like I had accomplished exactly what I was aiming for in intent. Appreciate your stopping by. Hope you’re enjoying the holidays.
terezadelpilar
So beautiful Michael, love the way you look at things here:)
thepaintedsoul replied
Hey Tereza. . .thanks. Is that a good thing? LOL! I appreciate your stopping by. Have a good one.
catherine walker
Incredible..the detail and the finess of this painting ..it’s so real and so wonderful ..well done!!
thepaintedsoul replied
Appreciate your saying so Catherine. . . everyone here keeps me so motivated to work. Thanks!
Carrie Glenn
Course I’ve seen this one from you at Zazzle…but I just have to say I love it! This is one of my favorite pieces of yours. The composition is so unique, full of color and and originality. The details are superb! ;D
thepaintedsoul replied
Thanks Carrie. It is funny how many of us are at both places. I am enjoying the Bubble more, though.
And I’m glad you like this painting. I felt like it worked out the way I wanted, which is a rare experience for me. : >D
Carrie Glenn
I agree with you….the Bubble is the best place online I have found hands down. ;D
Well I really do love what you created here…and thank you so much for sharing it with us.
thepaintedsoul replied
Thank you, Carrie. Wow you are up late. . . but not as late as me. LOL! 4:13am. Time to go work out before I hit the rack.
izzybeth
O my gosh!!! how wonderful this is… and thanks for sharing…
thepaintedsoul replied
Hey from the recording studio here in Missouri. Thanks for stopping by. I took a break from things and had to come visit my Red Bubble buddies. Everyone is being so productive. I feel like I’ve been playing hookie. But I hope to break free from the music soon. Thanks for dropping by. Cheers! Michael
Norval Arbogast
Beautiful, I liked your cityscapes but I love this new direction, Fresh, Clean, Uncluttered, I love it.
thepaintedsoul replied
Thanks for saying so. . . it is one of those ideas that I couldn’t get out of my head. : >D
Nancy Vice
i really have no idea why i like this, but i do and it is so cool how it is put together :)n i love the colors . I’ve never seen anything like this before, i guess its because i’ve never studied the different art forms from all corners of the world. excellent work here, bravo!!
thepaintedsoul replied
Hmmm. . . I’ve had my moments like that, too, Nancy. Thanks for taking the time to comment. Cheers!
funkyfacestudio
You have mad skills…..................I just keep looking at it. could pass for a photo ;)
thepaintedsoul replied
You’re way too kind. . . hope you’ve been having a good week. Cheers! TPS
Susan Grissom
great composition…......
thepaintedsoul replied
Appreciate your saying so Susan. Thanks for stopping by the gallery. Have a great week. Cheers! TPS
annamora
this is so good !!!
thepaintedsoul replied
Thanks so much Anna. I appreciate your dropping by. Went over and saw your work. It is interesting. . . reminiscent of the artist (I can never spell his name) Tychieluciew. Lots of pastel colors and layers and imagery that demands a close look. Wishing you every success with your energetic students, too. : >D Cheers! TPS
Carmen Cilliers
Wow – I thought this was an installation!
thepaintedsoul replied
Hi Carmen/. Thanks so much for dropping by. Glad to know it was a bit of the fool the eye kind of experience for you. Cheers! TPS
Elena Kolotusha
What a wonderful piece! I love everything about it – composition, idea, colours, technique!
thepaintedsoul replied
How kind of you. I do appreciate your comments on this painting. It is one of my favorites. I don’t get to see it because it’s in a private collection in Houston, Texas. Hope you have a great weekend. Cheers! TPS
Carmen Cilliers
Certainly – and looking at it again it still looks like an installation or a collage! Brilliant!