Thursday, May 16, 2013

Incendiary

'Incendiary' 
5 x 7 inches oil on masonite
$65 plus $7 US shipping, or $15 International


'Fire burns brighter in the darkness.' - Suzanne Collins

I don't paint very many cats. I don't know why because it's not that I don't like cats. I do. Especially kittens. Because they're cute. And especially big cats, because they are just plain gaawgeous right?

Of all the big cats the Clouded Leopard, in this painting,  is my favorite. So striking with their dark spots and creamy brown fur. Their eyes seem to be a bit larger than most other big cats too, which is so beautiful. 

The eyes, once again, inspired this painting. There seemed to be a spark there just waiting to be fanned into a flame. I love that intensity in her gaze too. Not quite predatory here, but interested in something. Very, very interested.
Reference, with thanks, by Tammylo.

And THANK YOU so much for all the lovely birthday wishes! It was a great day. I"ll post a picture of my mountain of cupcakes my boys made me soon. And the winner of my sketch is Rob - Jackie Duff, facebook fan. Thanks so much for all the comments my friends! 
Posted by Crystal Cook at 1:15 PM
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7 comments:

  1. Kim RempelMay 16, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Excellent! It's fierce but I love all that colour you brought in.

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  2. hmuxoMay 17, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    This is beautifully painted, Crystal!! I love all the colors in this piece and his eyes are
    amazing! Another winner!

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  3. Bren Graham ThebeauMay 17, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    Another great piece, and well named!
    Glad you had a grand B-Day!

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  4. Sandra BusbyMay 17, 2013 at 6:05 AM

    Those eyes are pure magic! It is wonderful Crystal! And such gorgeous colours too :0)

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  5. Studio at the FarmMay 17, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    I love the clouded leopard, too. The colors in this are fabulous - truly fiery!

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  6. Teresa Palomar LoisMay 17, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    I think this is one of my favorite paintings from you yet Crystal, so many little things that turns it into a mesmerizing piece; quoting you "huzzah!!!" :)

    Also, happy belated birthday! Hope you had a terrific day with the boys :D

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  7. PrabalMay 18, 2013 at 7:12 AM

    Looks like I missed wishing you on your birthday. I was away for a week. Anyway I guess I can wish you now also. :)
    BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY.. :)
    And of course this cat is superb and its special.. I love big cats.

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Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment they really do mean so much to me! Because not all bloggers have their email enabled so I can reply directly through email I will try to reply here in the comments. If I don't please forgive me, life must have been hectic that day! :)) Huzzah!!

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