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Priti

Posts:700

12/29/2008 12:10 PM	Alert
This painting is done from a photo posted on wetcanvas. I now live in a cold northern climate but grew up in a warm part of the world. I saw this as an opportunity to draw something from that memory.

Priti http://priti-fine-art.blogspot.com/

Lung Tom
Posts:312

12/29/2008 8:37 PM	Alert
Hi Priti, Very well done but one comment. It is best not to copy published photographs orpaintings --- when you do it could be a violation of the copyright laws. You could be sued.

Lung Tom: Lung is Thai for "Uncle" the u is pronounced as a oo as in loose.

Priti

Posts:700

12/29/2008 10:21 PM	Alert
You are absolutely right. Copying is not only illegal but also unethical. This photo was posted as a contest for artists to come up with their own versions. Besides that, wetcanvas has an extensive library of photos posted for artists to use as reference material for their paintings. You should check it out sometime for ideas.

Priti http://priti-fine-art.blogspot.com/

Kim

Posts:861

12/30/2008 1:00 PM	Alert
Wow! This is great. I like how you painted this subject. The bold colors work well.

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up." ~ Picasso www.nmdesertmoonstudio.blogspot.com

Pearl

Posts:194

12/30/2008 7:26 PM	Alert
This is lovely Priti. The colours certainly evoke a tropical climate so good choice.

Pearl web page.. pearlotaylor.com

Priti

Posts:700

12/31/2008 12:23 PM	Alert
Thanks Kim and Pearl - I am working on trying to decide on a color scheme before i begin painting and try to keep a limited palette.

Priti http://priti-fine-art.blogspot.com/

Deb

Posts:177

12/31/2008 5:14 PM	Alert
Hi Priti, I saw this on wetcanvas and thought "how would I paint this, so much green", you have captured it just beautifully! And just for everyones info, if you paint something that you aren't going to sell, there is no problem with copying. It's only when you plan on selling something that a copyright would apply. And it looks as though they gave everyone the right to copy since it was posted as a contest to paint it! Just my opinion! Anyway, love the colors you added to make this more interesting of a piece. Deb

Priti

Posts:700

01/02/2009 7:20 PM	Alert
Thanks Deb for the lovely comments and the note about copyright. I hope Tom reads your comments.

Priti http://priti-fine-art.blogspot.com/

Jim

Posts:2748

01/11/2009 8:49 PM	Alert
Excellent work. Nice use of light and darks.

All the best, Jim www.paintingsbyjim.com

Lung Tom
Posts:312

01/11/2009 10:16 PM	Alert
Yes, Priti Tom has read Deb's comment. I think Deb has a loose interpretation of the copyright laws.

Lung Tom: Lung is Thai for "Uncle" the u is pronounced as a oo as in loose.

Kassie

Posts:721

01/11/2009 10:55 PM	Alert
Priti, I love your selection of colors for this picture. When I saw the photo, I got no inspiration, but you certainly did. I always appreciate artists who can put their own spin on a photo. Kathy

Priti

Posts:700

01/13/2009 7:47 AM	Alert
Thanks Jim and Kathy. Tom you too for acknowledging that you read the comments.

Priti http://priti-fine-art.blogspot.com/

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