tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post1936902421209484510..comments2024-01-14T04:36:22.872-08:00Comments on Susan Smolensky: Shonnard FamilySusanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-19707321662225015012015-11-15T15:13:17.606-08:002015-11-15T15:13:17.606-08:00Eu amei seu blog. Eu quero segui-lo. é bem diversi...Eu amei seu blog. Eu quero segui-lo. é bem diversifacado. ele é legal.<br /><br />Meu blog é:<br /><br />www.aartedenewtonavelino.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-73803248976273626362015-01-11T14:57:07.055-08:002015-01-11T14:57:07.055-08:00:) - glad you like it!:) - glad you like it!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-56882219871773556612015-01-11T14:56:50.914-08:002015-01-11T14:56:50.914-08:00There is a big smile is on my face as I read your ...There is a big smile is on my face as I read your words, John - to be a portrait painter in my minds eye, is to attempt go beyond the obvious likeness of the sitter. In order to be somewhat successful at that, I find that it helps to feel a certain reverence for the subject - sometimes I easily feel that reverence, sometimes not at all. This grouping put me into that zone and I approached the challenge with eagerness. This level of emotion stayed with me as I completed the portrait from a photo - something I could not have done if I had not had the original connection. Many, many thanks for your encouraging words.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-26633379930491558512015-01-11T14:51:36.903-08:002015-01-11T14:51:36.903-08:00Many thanks, Bruce - your comments mean a great de...Many thanks, Bruce - your comments mean a great deal to me as one of my goals in painting from life is to try and capture more about the sitter or sitters than immediately meets the eye. That does not always happen but I think this grouping offered that opportunity to me. Thank you for your encouraging words. I also want you to know that I enjoy visiting your site not only to see your beautiful paintings but to read your thoughtful commentary. The effort that goes into making your blog so intersting and enjoyable is greatly appreciated.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-55370988233032151882015-01-11T14:45:31.919-08:002015-01-11T14:45:31.919-08:00It's just about a year ago that I began taking...It's just about a year ago that I began taking oil paints to the life sessions. I do see a bolstering of my confidence but I also see so much that I need to strive toward. I have found the life sessions to be absolutely addicting - every week a new challenge presents itself. I am thrilled that you are going to life drawing sessions, Hilda - there is nothing else like drawing and painting from life. I predict you will love it as much as I do!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-1116253665413769762015-01-11T14:42:16.423-08:002015-01-11T14:42:16.423-08:00I am glad you like it Kathryn. As I step back and ...I am glad you like it Kathryn. As I step back and look at it a few days later, I see all the flaws. But it is what it is and now onward to the next thing. Lessons learned are invaluable!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-62424784800706604842015-01-11T14:40:49.171-08:002015-01-11T14:40:49.171-08:00Thank you, my friend. My heart is so heavy today w...Thank you, my friend. My heart is so heavy today with thoughts of the terrible tragedy and loss of life in Paris this past week. I hope you are safe and happy. I am so honored to have you as my virtual friend - thank you, Martine.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-56377001530843646352015-01-11T14:38:02.450-08:002015-01-11T14:38:02.450-08:00Hi, Sandra - isn't it fascinating that it is o...Hi, Sandra - isn't it fascinating that it is often harder to be loose than to be more precise? I find that so interesting. Ah, the mysteries of the human mind!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-79634385137751866682015-01-11T14:36:33.195-08:002015-01-11T14:36:33.195-08:00Yes, Irina, the thing I do like about this triple ...Yes, Irina, the thing I do like about this triple portrait is the impression that each person is lost in their own inner sanctuary as they pose and the connections between them are not clearly seen. You are way too kind but I always appreciate your thoughtful comments.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-68095001581047941802015-01-11T14:33:52.243-08:002015-01-11T14:33:52.243-08:00Thank you, Vic. I have been enjoying my visits to ...Thank you, Vic. I have been enjoying my visits to your site as well! Happy painting in 2015!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-36377162730112923762015-01-11T14:33:03.522-08:002015-01-11T14:33:03.522-08:00Thank you, Julie. In the end, I feel I bit off mor...Thank you, Julie. In the end, I feel I bit off more than I could chew but, like every other brushstroke I have put to canvas, it was a valuable experience for me. Of course, now that it is done, I see so many things I could have done better. But there will always be a "next time" and, hopefully, I will be up to the task! And, yes, The Cricket's Crush site did request and receive my permission before publishing - my gallerista in Florida contacted them and made all arrangements before hand.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07899318999574055763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-19450966057073211312015-01-09T21:00:37.744-08:002015-01-09T21:00:37.744-08:00In complete AWE. One is difficult enough, but THRE...In complete AWE. One is difficult enough, but THREE! My admiration is added to the awe.<br />Love the still life - especially the water in the vase. Liking the vitality myself!<br />I checked out the Crickets Crush...did they ask permission first? I think it is quite an amazing site and I hope you sell your paintings from the extra exposure.juliefordoliver.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07186754679744000743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-6508752266152576142015-01-07T00:51:39.503-08:002015-01-07T00:51:39.503-08:00Hi Susan.
your portraits are outstanding. Also you...Hi Susan.<br />your portraits are outstanding. Also your still life is excellent. All the best Susan.<br />Vic.Victor Erringtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09374323225965910201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-1844121409604843132015-01-06T11:47:58.834-08:002015-01-06T11:47:58.834-08:00Unity of your special and original color and style...Unity of your special and original color and style, it amazes me most of all in both works. Photo here is more the reminder of impression, not the exact reference for the painting, I think. Well done, master.<br />irinapictureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10850627821782513051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-89386410875293047102015-01-06T04:21:12.141-08:002015-01-06T04:21:12.141-08:00That is exciting! Congratulations!!! And yes - the...That is exciting! Congratulations!!! And yes - the right decision! You have maintained the freshness with out a doubt. As for the ';quick' still life... well it is seriously gorgeous. I'm intending to do plenty of looser work this year :0)Sandra Busbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05622208510609673242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-46683320761194546572015-01-05T20:35:35.261-08:002015-01-05T20:35:35.261-08:00Bonjour ma chère Susan,
Je pense que tu as eu rai...Bonjour ma chère Susan,<br /><br />Je pense que tu as eu raison d'achever cette peinture. La lumière qui vient caresser chacun de tes personnages apporte un très joli contraste. <br />La jeune femme est élément phare dans cette peinture. Elle toute seule pourrait mener la danse. Toutefois la présence des deux autres personnages crée un certain mystère autour d'elle.<br />J'aime beaucoup !<br /><br />Ah ! les bouquets ! tout comme toi, il y a une éternité que je n'en ai pas peint !... Toutefois ils sont un excellent exercice au niveau de la technique ! Je travaille les fleurs de la même manière que mes drapés !...<br /><br />Toutes mes félicitations en ce qui concerne la publication de ton oeuvre et cela est bien mérité !<br /><br />Gros bisous ♡martinealisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04055152925986659065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-34046982247942219242015-01-05T20:20:22.179-08:002015-01-05T20:20:22.179-08:00I like the "finished" work, Susan. To me...I like the "finished" work, Susan. To me, it still has the freshness and strength of the life class painting,but has gone beyond that to give it a "je ne sais quoi" <br />Or maybe it's just that I generally prefer a more finished look???<br />KathrynStudio at the Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02900305750995808779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-867593468097012032015-01-05T19:03:26.442-08:002015-01-05T19:03:26.442-08:00I love the portrait. Painting one is a challenge ...I love the portrait. Painting one is a challenge three is truly amazing!! Thank you for sharing the close up details with us.. I always like to see that.. I enjoy my Friday life drawing class. I never thought I would like it but I do see things differently ....and definitely different from drawing from a photo! and your still life is wonderful....Happy New Year, Susan...I still can't believe we're in 2015!!hmuxohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05132343095188658107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-17123226945568980992015-01-05T14:51:06.150-08:002015-01-05T14:51:06.150-08:00Good evening Susan!... You completed the "tri...Good evening Susan!... You completed the "triple" with panache and lively bravura!<br /><br />Your crisp brushwork and subtle modeling of tones and form make this a standout portrait performance. You wistfully reveal as much about interior character... as you do the physical exterior. A thoughtful rendering.<br /><br />What are they thinking?... springs to mind as one scans the painting surface.<br /><br />Bravo!<br /><br />Good Painting!<br />Warmest regards,<br />BruceBruce Shermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13111784187521969252noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-85133065364231722242015-01-05T12:14:24.238-08:002015-01-05T12:14:24.238-08:00Oh ... and the still life is wonderful. I love the...Oh ... and the still life is wonderful. I love the way the blooms all but fade away into the backgroundGatepost productionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18061920423331681586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7219763774238571564.post-57829127748063488892015-01-05T12:11:44.695-08:002015-01-05T12:11:44.695-08:00I can see why you would make an exception and brin...I can see why you would make an exception and bring this one to a finish, Susan.<br /><br /> They are such an and interesting group. Whilst the males are focused on events, it is the standing woman that catches our attention. Whilst they are casual, in both dress and 'attitude' ... she is above all that: her mind is on a higher plain and her dress is of a higher class. She stands aloof.<br /><br />As a painting it's far more than a painted image. Love it!Gatepost productionshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18061920423331681586noreply@blogger.com