Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Alive - sold

'Alive' sold
7" x 10" watercolor on paper
 
"He who loves, flies, runs, and rejoices; he is free and nothing holds him back." - Henri Matisse
 
Sometimes it is easy to forget what a privelege it is simply to be alive. But horses don't seem to have that problem. They have no inhibitions, no social constraints holding them back from expressing who they really are. They are beautiful and powerful and honest about how they feel. Sometimes I wish I were more like that.
 
I finished a book by my favorite author Maggie Stiefvater the other day called The Scorpio Races. I loved it so much. So much that I wanted to paint something that would capture my feelings for this beautiful and moving book. This is my first effort. I'm sure I'll revisit this theme again. :)
 
Huzzah!!
 
Photo reference by Diedre T of her gorgeous Andalusian stallion, Enamorado. Thank you!

25 comments:

  1. Aw, he's beautiful, Crystal. I love how you made him disappear and then reemerge from the dark background with those lost and found edges :). I enjoy being around horses; they really do embrace the whole idea of living life to its fullest, don't they?

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  2. WOW!!!!! Crystal, this painting is beyond fabulous. And inspirational. Don't be upset if you see a horse in big movement in my blog. You have done SUCH a magnificent job. I have to try something like it.

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  3. Crystal, you are so incredibly talented, there are no words for this, just so inspiring.

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  4. It says so much more than just alive...I think freedom, strength, and free spirit. So beautifully done...just love it!

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  5. I saw this first on facebook and it is marvelous and it is so "you". Well done. =)

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  6. I'm astounded by this painting! Alive? I'll say! This horse looks like he could run right through my screen! The light hitting his silky coat and swishy tail is remarkable. I don't know how you do it, but you continue to amaze :0)
    Your words reminded me of an older post of yours - some months ago at least. Hmmm.. I think you were running? And you were wishing you could leap up and hang from a branch of a tree or something? And then one day, when no one was looking you actually did it...? Yes, I think that was it?

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  7. I love how the painting looks almost abstract!

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  8. you've really captured something special here. Vibrantly alive indeed. all that power and strength, stunning piece.

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  9. Wow Chrystal:) This is a real beauty, the horse as well as the painting. I love the light in the middle of the horse and black/blue around the horse. Very nice job!!!

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  10. This is amazing, Crystal! You have such a talent for capturing light. I love the rich colors too. You've outdone yourself once again!

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  11. Wonderful motion/emotion Crystal. You do remarkable work with watercolor. Intimidating, but invigorating, just like the horse.

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  12. Such movement and light - absolutely stunning - the photo must be fab too!

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  13. Gorgeous painting,Crystal!!! You gave it the perfect title!!

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  14. Oh MY! What a treat to see work of this caliber. I am sure glad you blog!

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  15. Stunning.. I am dumbfouded.. Cant speak..

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  16. Such energy! Brilliantly portrayed....
    I also love the choice of colours for the horse and the background, really makes him stand out.
    Wonderful!

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  17. crystal, there is so much power and life in this painting that words fail me completely. this is a masterpiece in every sense of the word.

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  18. Oh my goodness, Guvvna, you have surpassed yourself with this one. To create a painting is one thing ... but to create a living, breathing dynamic horse is totally brilliant.

    Once again, Crystal - a masterpiece

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  19. Powerful painting Crystal...more time to paint now that the little dudes are back in school?

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  20. Alive is the perfect title for this piece. So much drama and energy it can not be contained! I just love how you handled the lighting on the horse, the gorgeous colors, and your dramatic background!!! Beautiful!

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  21. Nothing more to be added... except maybe, WOW!!!!!!

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  22. The Scorpio Races, huh? I think I've heard of it before, but now I'll go add it to my list. Thanks.

    As usual, I'm always impressed with your work. :)

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