Still life with Olive Oil by mcsiegle

Still life with Olive Oil

Jackie challenged me to do a still life in the style of the Old Masters. Well...I spent a good part of the week trying to figure out how to do one that was focused on oil of some kind -- for the mundane challenge. In the end, this afternoon I realized I had to come up with something and settled for this. I can't say the oil is the main subject, so it really isn't appropriate for that challenge. But I stubbornly am including oil and featuring it in the title. Don't ask me what this arrangement means. I started out with some symbolic concept, but it was pretty thin to begin with and by the time I was finished I don't think there's much left of it. So I'll spare you.
@30pics4jackiesdiamond Here's a still life for you.
March 22nd, 2021  
Mary ! This is amazing! I think you nailed both challenges! The light is perfect, the composition superb, and the style a complete success FAV
March 22nd, 2021  
this is fab and you could definitely tag it for the artist challenge as well, have you seen her still lifes with various bottles?
March 22nd, 2021  
Oh, this is really quite good! Love the items, the light.
March 22nd, 2021  
@kali66 Thanks. I had not yet looked at the artist’s work. Fascinating. I’ve added the tag here.
March 22nd, 2021  
Mary this is amazingly fantastic. I keep looking at the angles and position of items wondering how they were put there and are still standing. An immediate fav!!

Oh I love your oil decanter too, perhaps it can star on its own for another challenge???!!!
March 22nd, 2021  
You have some fabulous pieces here to achieve a Old Masters. Love it.
March 22nd, 2021  
Very nice shot
March 22nd, 2021  
To me, it looks as if a strong wind or vibration shook the house. I like the lighting and tones of this still life. This could also be tagged for the 52 week challenge of "something old". (52wc-2021-w12) if you're participating in that.
March 22nd, 2021  
I'd say you really rocked the challenge!
March 24th, 2021  
Please tag for mundane oil!!
March 25th, 2021  
I totally love this, including the fact that so many symbolic interpretations are possible but not necessary.
March 25th, 2021  
I saw this and thought immedately of Old Masters, even before reading your note. The rich colours and lighting are perfect
March 28th, 2021  
Shortlisted for artist challenge congratulations! Got my vote partner!!
April 10th, 2021  
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