Posted July 26 On 25/07/2025 at 3:47 AM, Sucuk Ekmek said: I have mixed feelings for this one. Thanks Natasha, each time I am trying to see what is going on with colors. Again, the colour use is expert - I think you might be feeling some consternation regarding the lower right area. 2 things stand out to me there - the perspective might be a bit out of cohesion with the vanishing point of the render. And it is slightly busy - but not terribly so. A touch more dark tones that are out of sequence with the rest of the image. Almost like it doesn't quite marry up to the path, farmhouse and sky. Very hard to say with this one Absolutely no negativity meant with the above - just my observations based on training <3 Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 26 Inspired by @Water by the River Pencil & biro on 140gsm Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 26 7 hours ago, Natasha Tori Maru said: Inspired by @Water by the River Pencil & biro on 140gsm Beautiful drawing. A solitary boat is making its way without oars in the dim moonlight. When I turn my head, I see waterweed motionless on the ancient river bank. —Keizan Jokin. Job Opening: Empty Mirror (female, male, diverse, alien,…, infinitely flexible!) on Imagined Planet Earth Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 26 12 hours ago, Natasha Tori Maru said: Again, the colour use is expert - I think you might be feeling some consternation regarding the lower right area. 2 things stand out to me there - the perspective might be a bit out of cohesion with the vanishing point of the render. And it is slightly busy - but not terribly so. A touch more dark tones that are out of sequence with the rest of the image. Almost like it doesn't quite marry up to the path, farmhouse and sky. Very hard to say with this one Absolutely no negativity meant with the above - just my observations based on training <3 This year, I haven't used any specific subjects in my paintings; they are all projections, suggestions, or happy accidents from my mind - if those are the right terms. I like the elegance of Dutch painters, the perspective of Cézanne, the bold and striking strokes of Richard Schmid, and alla prima is the way to go for me. Perhaps they don't quite marry up to the path, but I am trying. You are a great critic! Forum is lucky to have your trained eye and personality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 26 5 hours ago, Sucuk Ekmek said: This year, I haven't used any specific subjects in my paintings; they are all projections, suggestions, or happy accidents from my mind - if those are the right terms. I like the elegance of Dutch painters, the perspective of Cézanne, the bold and striking strokes of Richard Schmid, and alla prima is the way to go for me. Perhaps they don't quite marry up to the path, but I am trying. You are a great critic! Forum is lucky to have your trained eye and personality. If your works are rendered from memory and imagination this does elevate them substantially! Dutch painters are top for me as well - Rembrandt is my favourite. I had the privilege of working with my late grandfather restoring some iconography and very old paintings hung in the chapels in Melbourne, Australia. I remember using pressed gold leaf on paper to illuminate their halos. He used the works of Rembrandt as an example and reference for techniques in restoration. Looking forward to more of your stuff!! Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted July 26 18 hours ago, Natasha Tori Maru said: Inspired by @Water by the River Pencil & biro on 140gsm Beautiful ❤️ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 3 Wicked dreams last night about twin red dragons with silver light reigns tethered to my wrists - my best attempt to render one. No reference used - I ran out of space on the page with spoiled it a bit. I have a lot of practice rendering dragons so pulling from recall isn't so hard: Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 16 Obviously I like BIRDS >. < Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 16 My UIM Stats: https://wiseoldman.net/players/1nfiniteMind Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 17 My grocery delivery was delayed - an ode to the apples that were late to be experienced Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 17 7 hours ago, Natasha Tori Maru said: My grocery delivery was delayed - an ode to the apples that were late to be experienced I love apples that still have their leaves and little speckles on the skin. Golden delicious? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 18 (edited) These were Granny Smith - I like tart applies >.< I am a bit prickly haha I prefer leaves, textures and flaws When rendering that is! Edited August 18 by Natasha Tori Maru Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted August 18 Turning 30 this winter and hoping to get some nice singing bowls https://aaposol.com/ my personal website-actualized since 2015-just waiting for the day-we have the first guys on the forum born on 2015 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted September 5 Moon over the Riverina - oil on canvas, linseed oil medium Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted September 8 On 9/5/2025 at 5:00 AM, Natasha Tori Maru said: Moon over the Riverina - oil on canvas, linseed oil medium Love it. Here's my attempt at reproducing it, would love to hear your thoughts! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted September 8 @UnbornTao He has captured form, rendered colour. Textures of the bark. A sturdy rooted base and trunk as foundation to swing from the heights above 😅 I'M TRYING OKAY 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣💀 Deal with the issue now, on your terms, in your control. Or the issue will deal with you, in ways you won't appreciate, and cannot control. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted September 8 (edited) 7 hours ago, UnbornTao said: Love it. Here's my attempt at reproducing it, would love to hear your thoughts! I challenge you in painting battle Edited September 8 by Schizophonia Nothing will prevent Willy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted September 8 (edited) Edited September 8 by Hojo Sometimes it's the journey itself that teaches/ A lot about the destination not aware of/No matter how far/ How you go/How long it may last/Venture life, burn your dread Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
