"Paintings have a life of their own that derives from the painter's soul." Vincent Van Gogh

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Persevering in a State of Rest

Persevering in a State of Rest / oil on linen panel / 18x24

Close Up

Studio shot
Having spent about 3 sessions on this picture, I think I am done now. It was a lot of fun to compose and to paint and I have titled it "Persevering in a State of Rest". In the studio shot, which I included for perspective, you can see the wonderful overhead white LED lighting that we installed in my studio - there are 8 of those pot lights thoughtfully placed and, as a result, I have wonderful, shadow free lighting at any time of the day or night. My son visited from San Diego last week and while he was here he installed casters on my big easel and on my work table giving me much more flexibility when I work. I can't tell you how long I have wanted wheels on my easel so I can move it around as needed! I am happy now!
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  1. Simonne's fantasiestudioJuly 18, 2013 at 11:34 PM

    Dit werk is weer helemaal uw stijl Susan.
    Prachtige studio toon je ons.
    groetjes,
    Simonne

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:21 PM

      Veel dank, Simmone! I am always grateful when people comment about my style - your words are greatly appreciated!

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  2. JudyJuly 19, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    What a great painting, Susan! And a wonderful studio, those casters are a great idea!

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:26 PM

      I find my life in the studio a little easier now that I can roll the furniture around on their new casters! Thank you, Judy!

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  3. Maike JosupeitJuly 19, 2013 at 2:38 AM

    Wow, so wonderful colors in that funny subject. What a nice studio you have!

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:26 PM

      Thank you so much, Maike - I am really enjoying my new studio!

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  4. Sandra BusbyJuly 19, 2013 at 2:59 AM

    I absolutely LOVE this Susan! in fact, it is one of my favorites so far! And it's so nice to see it on your wonderful, wheely easel. It shows the scale :0)
    Love it! :0)

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:31 PM

      So glad you like it,Sandra and I can hardly wait to see your new bear painting. We had a wild 350 pound black bear not far from our neighborhood last week but he did not look anywhere near as cuddly as your bears do! He was captured and released back into the wild!

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  5. Studio at the FarmJuly 19, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    My eyes have turned green. :) Your studio is wonderful!

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:32 PM

      I must confess that I love it, Kathryn. My previous studio was so small that I could not step back from my paintings more than a foot or two. In this studio I can step way back to see what my brush has been doing! Its a joy!

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  6. TinaCollinsJuly 19, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    A really witty and humorous painting Susan and a pointed comment on the world today. I can feel the heat of the day, the weight of the figures and can almost feel sorry for their sunburn tomorrow. Marvellous work and what a great studio. More power to your elbow, you are a huge inspiration.

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:34 PM

      What a nice comment - thank you, Tina. I greatly appreciate reading your thoughts.

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  7. irinapicturesJuly 19, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    I like so much how you mix into one strong cocktail composition, color, idea, humor, mood and sunny heat. Bravo.
    So glad to have a glimpse into "house of artist" of yours. I see many ideas which I'll use in my studio, some day. What a creative space.

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:36 PM

      I love your description - "cocktail composition"! My new studio space works wonderfully - glad you can use it as an inspiration for your own!

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  8. hmuxoJuly 19, 2013 at 1:06 PM

    I LOVE, LOVE this piece, Susan. The colors, texture and his wonderful expression...ALL so perfect!! I love the light hitting this poor man...talk about sunburn!! and of course, your studio is so neat and organized!
    I just finished straightening out my little studio...and now I will be messing it up again..LOL

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:38 PM

      And I love your enthusiasm! Thank you a million! My studio isn't usually this neat - I confess to having straightened it up prior to my son's visit! :O!

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  9. art by Michael PerchardJuly 20, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    Susan!
    Great painting!
    Love, love the subject matter! The color are so hot! Literally and figuratively!
    So much fun to see you in your studio! Nice to see you doing what you love!
    Great blog Susan! Always great art! High interest, fun, and so much more!
    Obrigado!
    Michael

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:39 PM

      Vibrant color for a hot and windy day! Thanks, Michael.

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  10. Rick NilsonJuly 20, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    this is wonderful. made me smile out loud..

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:40 PM

      It is so amazing when someone smiles out loud at my work! Many thanks, Rick!

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  11. Wanda LoweryJuly 21, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    This is great Susan. I love the colors you incorporated into their flesh! I echo others' comments, your paintings make me smile too!

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:41 PM

      :) - and your comment made me smile! Thanks, Wanda.

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  12. Victor ErringtonJuly 22, 2013 at 3:31 AM

    Hi Susan.
    An amazingly brilliant painting here Susan. I didn`t think that it was possible to improve on your paintings that I have seen in the past.I didn`t think they needed improving, but you have with this painting. Just fantastic. Now I`m going on a diet. All the best Susan.
    Vic.

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:45 PM

      I am laughing about the diet comment! Thank you for your kind words, Vic. I did receive your email requesting a link to an email notification of my work and I will definitely have my son look into this for me. Thank you for the suggestion, Vic!

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  13. Linda RothJuly 22, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    I do love your sense of humor as well as your painting style. This one is an instant favorite of mine. Upon first sight, I titled it Muffin Tops. Thanks for the smile.

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:48 PM

      lol - yes Muffin Tops does work, doesn't it!? Glad you like it, Linda.

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  14. suzanneberryJuly 27, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    i gasped out loud at this one Susan!!!! OMG!! I'm in LOVE!! I love absolutely EVERYTHING about this, it's simply incredibly, outstandingly PERFECT!!!!!! BRAVO! one of your best and one of my favorites!!!

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    1. SusanJuly 28, 2013 at 1:50 PM

      Wow - your comment blew me right off my feet and all the way across the studio! Seriously, I am glad you like it!

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  15. Gina BrownJuly 28, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    Just now saw this post... love the painting and also your studio shot. You are a fabulous artist.

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    1. SusanJuly 29, 2013 at 3:39 PM

      That means a lot to me, Gina - especially from you! Thank you, my friend!

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