Saturday, February 23, 2013

SUBTLE DIFFERENCES

It is always a good idea to put a painting that you think is 'finished' in a place where you unexpectedly come across it. Often you will find that a little something extra is required to really bring it to the final stage.


A CONVERSATION WITH MYSELF
12" x12" acrylics on stretched canvas



This happened with the above, which I now feel is finished, when compared to the image below.

 
  
Subtle, but I think absolutely necessary.  Does anyone agree?
 
 
 

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23 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    I love it, and yes those subtle touches are definetelyu the finishing touches

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  2. ~*~Patty SFebruary 23, 2013 at 7:35 AM

    Yes Jo, what you added does make a different and it looks super!
    oxo

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  3. Deb AmmermanFebruary 23, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    I love the painting, and I think the touches you added were perfect! I think it looks great!

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  4. UnknownFebruary 23, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    I see it! Just a bit of accent in the right place serves to enhance and finish the piece. (Love those receding dots!)

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  5. SethFebruary 23, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    Totally agree. Those small details can make such a big difference -- especially as the finishing touch.

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  6. Maria OntiverosFebruary 23, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    I definitely agree - the little shading and drips make a huge difference. Love the color scheme.
    Rinda

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  7. ArtPropelledFebruary 23, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    Yes I saw the difference immediately and the finished piece just feels right.

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  8. Jeane MyersFebruary 24, 2013 at 3:05 AM

    so subtle but so right!!

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  9. UnknownFebruary 24, 2013 at 4:06 AM

    absolutely Jo !!!

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  10. UnknownFebruary 24, 2013 at 4:07 AM

    but............when do you stop 'finishing' it ?

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  11. Karen IsaacsonFebruary 24, 2013 at 6:05 AM

    oooh yes! I keep scrolling back and forth between them to pick up on all the nuances. so much more depth and life to the the finished painting. lovely!

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  12. Cathy L. CalamasFebruary 24, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    Yup!! Perfect subtle change! I think the small dots finish it for me.LOVE the painting.

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Ummm it really pops now...xox

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  14. Noela MillsFebruary 24, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Yes, I agree too. I am doing the same thing with my work for the upcoming show at 'Rosebed St'. I agree also with Nancy - when do you stop 'finishing' - for me it may be the day I hang them up!!!

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  15. Bren Graham ThebeauFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    The changes in tones and smoothing of markings has given it a harmonious feel. Very appealing to the eye, makes for a soothing transition as your eye travels the piece.

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  16. Linda KunsmanFebruary 25, 2013 at 4:18 AM

    this is brilliant Jo!!! Those subtle changes made for a powerful imapct on the visual.Love it!

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  17. Anita Houston The Artful MavenFebruary 25, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    I do like it! Cool additions!

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  18. MaritFebruary 27, 2013 at 2:20 AM

    Subtle but necessary indeed - I agree!

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  19. Kim SchoenbergerFebruary 27, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    yes, most definitely agree!

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  20. BarryMarch 5, 2013 at 8:24 PM

    JM - subtle changes indeed - but stronger . B

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  21. AnonymousMarch 6, 2013 at 4:31 AM

    i totally agree -- and love it!

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  22. Parabolic MuseMarch 7, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    You are SO right. It's so much improved. I love them both. I think this color palette makes me happy. But I never thought about putting it somewhere unexpected. After looking at it for so long, that is just what one needs! Out of context!

    Thanks for this tip. You rock.

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  23. nomzamMarch 12, 2013 at 1:40 AM

    These are really smal touchup's but looks really great. These types of creativity shows your Art work.

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