"Kevin, I agree with liz. I did a red rose with a dark green background. That painting is on here. The dark color would make the flower stand out.
Have fun doing your flower."
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First still life
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Well this is my first still life, at least i think this counts as still life? I am still new to painting and still learning. Just figured I would post a picture of it and see what people have to say…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Virginia Spencer Feb 1.
Cart wheel galaxy painting
Hey everyone, this is my second space based oil painting. It is of the cart wheel galaxy, just looking for any feedback on it. Thanks, Kevin. …Continue
Started Dec 13, 2011
Background for flower painting
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Hey everyone, I am painting my first flower and I am not sure what I should do for a background for it. I guess it is called a dahlia flower. It is purple and yellow with a red center. Kind of…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Nina Cringan Mar 17.
Copyright free photos
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Just wanted to let you all know I submitted some photos to whatcanipaint.com and they posted them. As of now they are on the front page, autumn splendour and waterfalls. I would love to see someone's…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by newby Feb 11, 2011.
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Julia Powell replied to Kevin Fries's discussion Background for flower painting
"I am a new member of this forum and am working my way through the discussions.
This one, I am amazed at. I'm sure Kevin will be delighted with Liz's answer. I know I am.
Being new to oil painting, I am always on the lookout for tips and…"
Virginia Spencer replied to Kevin Fries's discussion First still life
"Lovely. The ball is perfect and I like the different greens you used as well. Well done!"
Susan North replied to Kevin Fries's discussion First still life
"Lovely first attempt. I also think you have understanding on using a darker green to emphasize depth. Keep painting"
Susan replied to Kevin Fries's discussion First still life
"I like the stitching and colour of the ball. This stands out well against the grass. Good first attempt."
Anne-Marie replied to Kevin Fries's discussion First still life
"Kevin.......For a first attempt at a still life, you've done really well!! You've achieved making the ball look 'round' by correct shading which isn't always the easiest thing to do!! Good work..............carry on…"
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First still life
Well this is my first still life, at least i think this counts as still life? I am still new to painting and still learning. Just figured I would post a picture of it and see what people have to say about it. Any criticism welcome!See More
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Cart wheel galaxy painting
Hey everyone, this is my second space based oil painting. It is of the cart wheel galaxy, just looking for any feedback on it. Thanks, Kevin. See More
Liz replied to Kevin Fries's discussion Background for flower painting
"Hello Kevin, Well, it's true that a photo makes a difference, I had visualised the very rich tones of the colours you mentioned but these, except for the red, are sort of middle tones.....as is most of the background!
The…"
Kevin Fries replied to Kevin Fries's discussion Background for flower painting
"Here is a reference photo of the one I am doing. I am not worried about it being a hard first flower to paint, this is the easiest way for me to learn I have found. "
Liz replied to Kevin Fries's discussion Background for flower painting
"Hi Kevin, Just my opinion,....but if I haven't got at least a vague idea of the picture as a whole - I don't even start it.
The flower sounds a touch dramatic, colourwise for a 'first', - purple, yellow and red, all vibrant…"
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Background for flower painting
Hey everyone, I am painting my first flower and I am not sure what I should do for a background for it. I guess it is called a dahlia flower. It is purple and yellow with a red center. Kind of stumped on a background..any suggestions would be appreciated, thanks, Kevin!
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