tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8819583803044106367.post4662653771975834574..comments2023-06-13T11:02:42.697+02:00Comments on Nordljus: More watercolours, and a trip to look forward toNordljushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12338266771808023458noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8819583803044106367.post-61220966900248065262011-09-23T07:28:50.678+02:002011-09-23T07:28:50.678+02:00Russian and Canadian squirrel tails? That takes r...Russian and Canadian squirrel tails? That takes research dedication to a whole new level. How many other animals did they try? How many countries did they visit? How many combinations of squirrel? It's quite a funny image of a studious man dipping different squirrels into paint (as long as you imagine they are still alive!) It does look like a perfect paintbrush though, and I can say with confidence that your standard of painting definitely justifies it.<br /><br />I like that new poppy painting. I'm sure if I did it they would look like rather messy peaches, but you've used the characteristics of watercolour to create the the perfect edges of poppy petals, and the texture that resembles fine tissue paper.<br /><br />I've had a look at that artist's work and I can immediately see why you were so attracted to his course, but I'm quite envious of your trip to Salzburg. Vienna and Salzburg in one year - two cities in my top ten to visit, though more because of the musical connections for me.<br /><br />I can't wait to see some more of your art work, and I think this current focus on watercolour is particularly interesting for you. I get the impression that you have a high attention to detail and a dedication to precision and refined technique, yet the nature of watercolour is much harder to control and encourages a more carefree approach. It is more about light and colour than form - at least that is how I see it - and it's great to see you completely embracing this challenge, and how it is liberating your creativity.<br /><br />More please!Nigel Finnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05977560275378505239noreply@blogger.com