L.P. Demo

I saw this in the mag and this is a superb interpretation - nice one Fiona

Nothing wrong with this, scale or perspective wise. Great tree too.

Good lively work Fiona, love the tree.

It is lovely Fiona, a delightful take on the LP work

Many thanks Michael, Kevin, Stephen and Ros, much appreciated.

I haven't seen the LP demo so I can't compare but this certainly has your style stamped all over it. An excellent piece of work, I especially like the lively pen marks in the foreground for the grasses and that lovely sky.

I wouldn't say the drawing and perspective were awful - you're comparing it with the original too much. The only problem I see with it is that the tree is a touch on the massive side - especially as it's a pollard - against the windmill. This is accentuated a bit by its being on the same level as the buildings, but I wouldn't worry about that, frankly. One thing I make a point of never doing is drawing the sails of windmills - had to once: never again; you did a better job than I did; it's hard to make them substantial enough without also making them too ponderous. (I'll have to go and do it now, won't I, or will feel I've ducked out of the challenge: blast!)

Hi Val, I think you have picked out the two pieces of the painting that I like; the sky and the foreground grasses. Thank you

Robert, I see what you're saying about the tree, do you think if I had put it this side of the wall that the size would still look awkward.....I could still do that. It would maybe bring it nearer especially if I added a few warmer, darker tones around the base of it? Yes, you've got to be good at windmill sails to get away with not making them look like an after thought....like mine! Lol. I would like to see your windmill sails Robert....... Thank you for your good advice and opinion.

I didn't really have a problem with this one until Robert mentioned the tree! You could try and bring it forward as you suggest. You do have a distinct style; be proud of it.

Fiona, thanks for being so frank. You express yourself with great eloquence and I feel quite humbled by your words (apologies if this sounds patronising). You're absolutely right about 'guilt': how many times have I regretted not commenting on lovely work - your own included. I promise to do better, though time is scarce. Personally it's wonderful and rewarding to know that 'silent' artists such as yourself peep at my stuff. Indeed, it's a huge incentive to continue posting.

I hardly feel qualified to speak these days but, yes, I think you are correct with regard to the positioning of the tree. In fact, that is precisely what I was going to suggest as I read Robert's comments. Bring the tree this side of the wall and into the foreground. Anyway, it is still a lovely piece. Oh, and by the way, the foreground grass helps me such a lot with the wretched cottage I'm currently stuck with.

Bring the bottom of the tree down a bit and then it will be nearer the viewer and more in perspective. However, I love the way you have painted this and you do have a very distinctive style and as Gudrun says, be proud of it.

Thank you folks......I've just finished adding a few changes, will re-post as soon as dry. Lionel, don't stop 'speaking' I always listen. Glad the grasses have given you a few ideas, it's feels good to be able to re-pay alittle of what you've given me.

Lovely interpretation and I think you are being very hard on yourself. Your pen work is lovely and the palette is perfect - what more could one ask?