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18 November 2011

Paint Party Friday - Week 36 - An experiment - unsure if successful though

I've been working away at a fun little sketch/painting for Mr. Toast's Creative Tuesday * and didn't get much painting done this week. But I still wanted to come to the party and have been wanting to try painting abstracts and also to try using a limited pallette.

Well.... not so sure I was successful but here it is! Not quite the abstract look I was going for but it might be an abstract landscape....


It's only on a heavy paper so instead of trying to fix it, I think I will move on to another experiment. (My  paper is too big for my scanner - I think I need a bigger scan-bed!)

Hope you have a great time at the Paint Party Friday and have a great week with some experimentation in it!

* Come back Tuesday to see my fun and silly little piece!
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52 comments:

  1. GlorV1November 18, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    I think you abstract is looking good. I see a lot of texture there and do like the background. Love the bright oranges as well. Happy PPF, have a great weekend.

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  2. JKWNovember 18, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    You've got a good start. . . I think you could go on with it. Love it, Yep, time for a new scanner. Thanks for hosting. Blessings, Janet PPF

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  3. KristinNovember 18, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    Hi Eva!
    I love that you worked with a limited palette and were still able to come up with something this clever - perfect trees for Fall!
    Happy PPF, xo

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  4. Ayala ArtNovember 18, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    It is looking good! But if you are not feeling it (and I do know the feeling!( use it for a start, and layer on it. It has great colors!

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  5. UnknownNovember 18, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    Love the colour palette and the zen like quality. beautiful.

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  6. AnonymousNovember 18, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    I think it looks really great.
    The fun thing about art is there is no right or wrong.. :-)
    Love it.
    ☻

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  7. JanetNovember 18, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    Cool painting!

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  8. WrightStuffNovember 18, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    I need a new scanner too!!

    Interesting effect. To me it is sunrise over the forest in winter with the mist lingering.

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  9. elisa choiNovember 18, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Love your work.. not much of an abstract for me. Love the colors. It made me remember of autumn in other countries. :)

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  10. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfNovember 18, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    Looks like an abstract landscape to me. :) Great work!

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  11. NettyNovember 18, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    Smashing picture and great texture. Happy PPF, Annette x

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  12. carol l mckennaNovember 18, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Love the trees and limited palette ~ great experimenting! thanks, namaste, Carol ~ Happy PPF ^_^

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  13. AbelaNovember 18, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Eva, no matter what name you put in the style of work is your work!.
    XO

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  14. Kristin DudishNovember 18, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Oooh - I love the oranges! All my trees are covered in white at the moment, so I definitely, definitely prefer yours!

    Hooray for finding time to paint :)

    xo
    Kristin

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  15. Karen IsaacsonNovember 18, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    it's got a Japanese vibe to it that I think is really cool. those trees are dreamy.

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  16. AnonymousNovember 18, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    I like it, I think its got a zen like thing going on,, I would love a bigger scanner bed, I can't see it happening for me so I hope it does for you, LOL, happy paint party friday!

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  17. carlareyNovember 18, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    It looks like one of those bright red mornings where the sun is burning through a heavy fog.
    Makes me want to be watching the sun come up at a cabin, drinking a big steaming mug of coffee.

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  18. ANNENovember 18, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I love it! The simplicity of it is fabulous.

    Happy PPF!

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  19. Cathy BuetiNovember 18, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Eva I love it!! Very cool landscape! Love the orange!! I think its great! Happy PPF!

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  20. UnknownNovember 18, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    great lesson and example of " less is more" that is a great color..I like it very much and it makes me think of time I spent on Lake Superior in the upper Peninsula of Michigan. Now if I can just remember to do less and come up with more , once in awhile.. need to un-clutter my art and let it be what it is.

    - KAT -

    - KAT -

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  21. Mary C. NasserNovember 18, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Yay for experimenting in painting!!

    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  22. Paula - Buenos AiresNovember 18, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Lovely earthy tones. Cool concept about the palette.

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  23. MelisaNovember 18, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I don't have a clue about abstracts but I know it is fun to experiment. And you never know when you might hit on something you really like!

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  24. MollyNovember 18, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    I like the simple elegance of it! Very nice!

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  25. JulieNovember 18, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I like the limited palette. It has a nice Autumn feeling to it.

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  26. Amanda MillsNovember 18, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    its beautiful
    reminds me of a reflection of autmumn leaves rippling in the water

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  27. DebbieNovember 18, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I like your limited palette here, and you've got some very nice texture going on as well - I think it's looking great!!

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  28. CarolNovember 18, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    I love it! Will be interesting to see if you come back to it later with a different perspective and paint away!

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  29. ChristineNovember 18, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Eva, I love this one, especially the sun or moon there!

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  30. Tracey FKNovember 18, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Great idea in limiting your palette I always do that when I need a bit of a creative tune up... and I love working on paper because then when things don't work I can tear them up and use them in other pieces xx

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  31. Robin Panzer ArtNovember 18, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Lovely, reminds me a bit that waver-y quality a mirage has! ~Happy Paint Party Friday! #9 Robin Panzer Art Studio 33

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  32. Valerie-JaelNovember 18, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    The painting has a very peaceful and rather asiatic feel to it! Valerie

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  33. Gloria j ZucaroNovember 18, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    I like it and can see that if you wanted to, you could use it going forward and add more. I love the soft oranges.

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  34. Gloria j ZucaroNovember 18, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    I really like the composition, very balanced by the shapes. I love the colors, too, calming, although in the warm family.

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  35. NicolaNovember 18, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Hi Eva I really love this piece! I struggle with muted tones and abstract so I really appreciate this! I think it's great and i love the tones you chose! Great work :0)

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  36. manomijNovember 18, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Eva it will just come to you when it is ready...abstract what is it all about, what is the meaning of it? If it means something to you it will come. Lol in the meantime just enjoy the process. Thanks for helping me out when my link broke twice. You are a star! I hope I have done it right this time!!!!
    manonX

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  37. Jen @Sadie InspiredNovember 18, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    I think it is wonderful that you are challenging yourself to abstract & limited colors. It is so inspiring to do that!! Have fun! :)

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  38. VictoriaNovember 18, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Gorgeous work..there is an beautiful intensity about this piece..and love the strong colors..wonderful vibe!
    Victoria

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  39. TeriNovember 18, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Such a timely abstract with those fab autumn colors.

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  40. peggy aplSEEDSNovember 18, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    i think it's always good to try something new. i don't know why but this piece reminds me of chinese calligraphy paintings.
    thanks for sharing!
    hugs,
    peggy aplSEEDS

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  41. AnonymousNovember 18, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Your limited palette abstract looks great to me. Looks asian, really. Faye

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  42. AnonymousNovember 18, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    Hi Eva! I like your abstract piece. I agree with the other comments...it has an oriental feel. It's lovely.

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  43. UnknownNovember 19, 2011 at 1:36 AM

    Hi Eva, I like the li,ited palette, and experiments are always good. I think I should experiment more.
    Happy Pff, Ev

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  44. UnknownNovember 19, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    I Love how simple and clean this is- I agree that it brings to mind a sunrise in a misty forest- so lovely and peaceful.
    I also agree that it can be hard to work with a palette of neutrals- anything outside of your regular comfort zone will feel "off" at first.....
    xo
    Stephanie

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  45. FLONovember 19, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Hello Eva! That reminds me of a Chinese Painting :)

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  46. Jaime HaneyNovember 19, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    I like it Eva, great job! I especially like the colors you picked and the texture to the piece.

    :) Jaime

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  47. UnknownNovember 20, 2011 at 3:35 AM

    Go on with it. It's beautiful!

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  48. Sandy ColemanNovember 20, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Hi. This has a very nice reflective feel to it, as if the trees are on land and are being reflected by a lake. The colors are great.

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  49. Legacy of a Single GirlNovember 20, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Hi Eva, I'm so glad you stopped by my page! Your work is wonderful...and I LOVE your header. The bird in boots is priceless!!

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  50. ger chouinardNovember 21, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Eva: LOVE the colors and the pines! It's a keeper just the way it is! Happy PPF!

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  51. Heather FoustNovember 24, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Love the color Eva!!! I love the abstract trees!!! Beautiful!

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  52. GeckostoneNovember 28, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    This is excellent! I love how you did the subtle lighting! Just got back from our Thanksgiving trip!It was great! Happy PPF! Deb

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Looking forward to hearing from you!

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