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I've noticed that some artists who are participating in Leslie Saeta's 30 in 30 Challenge actually have a theme for the month. They are very wise and I admire them. I, for one, have no such luxury. Some days I wake up in the middle of night wondering what I am going to painting the next day! That's is why I decided to paint my favorite scene one more time.
We Washingtonians don't go out of way to pay respect to these famous memorials but for the out-of-town relatives. More than 10 years ago, before the digital age, a cousin of mine from Korea came to visit and we took her to The Mall. It was a beautiful spring day. As the sun started setting, the marble structure began to glow against the golden sky. Green leaves burned orange. It was a magical moment. So pardon me for repeating myself and please tell me that the new painting is better than the old one!
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WoW! Love the sun shining through the trees! Stunning!
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A beautiful piece and very fitting for today.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Pati and Sandy. I didn't realize it's 9/11 today. A sad day.
ReplyDeleteOh, oh...am I in trouble with you if I tell you I like them both?
ReplyDeleteLet's not be sad today as there is much joy and beauty in the world. Lots of people are celebrating their birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, new jobs, vacations, etc.
Happy birthday to my daughter, Jolie!
I definitely prefer this version. I think the shape of the trees are better designed this time, and the light was more dramatic. Because you used cool colors for the shadow side of trees, it made the warm light appear even warmer and brighter. I always find that if I do a favorite topic a second time, it gets better -- I'd love to think you can never do a scene you love enough times: think about Monet and his famous church, not to mention his lily ponds!// ;-)
ReplyDeleteBoth are beautiful - and the mood of each is unique! Well done!
ReplyDeleteThey are both beautifully done. I do like the new one with the more dramatic coloring, though. It really grabs the eye. Let freedom reign!
ReplyDeleteVery very nice. The Lincoln Memorial is one of the most beautiful spots in DC. You have captured the beauty of it - it is a great spot for watching sunsets in the Fall.
ReplyDeleteCarol, you are right. Happy birthday to Jolie! What a pretty name!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carol, Arena, Tammie, Joyfularitst, and Jim! Leslie's 30 in 30 Challenge has been wonderful. I get to make new friends; my blog gets so many visits! Thank you, Leslie!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carol, Arena, Tammie, Joyfularitst, and Jim! Leslie's 30 in 30 Challenge has been wonderful. I get to make new friends; my blog gets so many visits! Thank you, Leslie!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carol, Arena, Tammie, Joyfularitst, and Jim! Leslie's 30 in 30 Challenge has been wonderful. I get to make new friends; my blog gets so many visits! Thank you, Leslie!
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