Nicely done, Hazel. Fading flowers are such a wonderful subject. I really like the POV which emphasises the droop and the limited area of focus is just right. Good in b/w too I imagine! Fav .
i love his paintings, too; so full of angst yet beautiful. i visited the van gogh museum in holland many years ago and couldn't get away from each painting, i was just staring at them, my partner practically had to carry me to the next one all the time because i would just stare and analyze each and every painting. this is a lovely tribute. i have sunflowers, too, i maybe will have a sunflower shot either today or tomorrow. aces, hazel!
Art is interpretive :) I much prefer cheerful sunflowers but you have captured the dying one so well. And after our visit to the museum a few weeks ago I am in awe of the intensity of Vincent's work. Fav
great image in lovely detail and colour Hazel, as a boy at school our art master introduce us to all the classic painters he was so knowledgeable and interesting I get into painting, Vincent Van Gogh because of his bright colour was a favourite:)
It could be you went to the same exhibition as us. I have the catalogue, could never read all of it but great to dip in to. Hope to see your sunflowers!
Will have a look - caught a prog on Radio 4 about him in the car and then forgot to listen at home the next day.
Thank you, David and watch this space! b&w did not seem right for van Gogh!
It could be you went to the same exhibition as us. I have the catalogue, could never read all of it but great to dip in to. Hope to see your sunflowers!
A nice analogy.
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