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by AnnaJo Vahle
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I painted this alla prima, which is to say, all at one sitting. It is the Italian way to say that. This was a bit of an experiment. Instead of... more
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I painted this alla prima, which is to say, all at one sitting. It is the Italian way to say that. This was a bit of an experiment. Instead of painting on canvas or board, I painted this on stretched denim. It had a totally different feel to it. As usual, I used acrylic paints. Although, I painted with brushes full of thick paint, it immediately soaked in. It had been primed with a clear primer but apparently not enough. It felt a bit like painting on velvet, I think. I have never painted on velvet, but this seemed to feel like it might actually be. This surface was soft and a bit fuzzy like well worn jeans.
When I paint in watercolors, I save back whites to create various values. In this case, I did it the other way. I saved back the darks. Since the background was a denim blue, it was a strange feeling. I did no prior sketch. I dove in with brushes loaded with paint and went at it. That is one reason the edges might not be exactly perfect.
These are red...
Although born in upstate New York, I grew up mostly in Nevada and California. The fabulous panoramic views of the far west inspired me to begin painting and photographing it’s beauty. I’ve lived in various areas in the states and in Europe but always had the desire to express through painting and photography. While living in the Mediterranean, I was especially influenced by the great Renaissance art and the chiaroscuro work of Caravaggio. I began with oils, worked with a wide variety of mediums but now mostly work in acrylic, oils, and photography. I studied mostly engineering in college but ended up with a degree in Technical Illustration, one in Psychology after several moves and colleges, one in Art Education. My experience as a...
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Andreas Thust
What a superb still life, AnnaJo! I love in particular the vivid colors and the strong 3D impression of the grapes! Very well done! L/F
Georgia Mizuleva
Superfabulous.
Gary F Richards
I meant fruit composition, sorry.
Gary F Richards
Outstanding river composition, lighting, shading, color and artwork! F/L …voted for this piece in the contest A FRUIT!
Laurel Adams
ANNAJO, SOooo gorgeous, all entries…I couldn’t resist …v..best to you
Laurel Adams
AnnaJo, Love, Love, LOVE The painting but the description of its process is fascinating!! Love the fact you painted on canvas. I don’t believe the edges detract in ANY way...everything works! Will revisit this soon and wish you ALL THE BEST!! This is MAGNIFICENT! L/F
Reynold Jay
Lovely and beautiful as can be. FAV
Jacqueline Athmann
Surprise & Congratulations!! Your photo has been featured on The Art Shoppe Cafe group homepage! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us! F/L 12.13.15
Robyn King
Congratulations your beautiful work is being featured in The World We See Group :-)
Barbie Corbett-Newmin
Congratulations on your feature in Premium FAA Artists! Great concept, great result!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Barbie.
Madalena Lobao-Tello
CONGRATULATIONS!! Featured on Women Painters. Fabulous artwork. Love the colours and composition !!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Madelena.
Anne Sands
Lovely still life AnnaJo. F,l
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Anne.
Marvin Spates
So very beautiful AnnaJo, crisp, refreshing and inviting!!! L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Marvin.
Joseph J Stevens
Congratulations, your image has been featured in F.A.A. Group "Fauvism". Splendid work!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Joseph. I am honored.
Donna Kennedy
Your talent leaves me speechless AnnaJo, you are so gifted! The detail and colors are fabulous!!...F/T/L
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you so very much, Donna.
Georgiana Romanovna
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Art From The Heart". f/l/t
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Georgiana. I am honored.
Sharyn Winters
I have seen the stretched denim, and wondered what it was like to paint on. I love the texture you achieved, and the picture is really lovely......well done, AnnaJo.
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Sharon. It is different but kinda fun.
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, John. I am honored.
Mario Lorenz
Very nice piece! I also like the denim and your interesting description.
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Mario.
Caitlyn Grasso
Lovely still life! L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Caitlyn.
Pamela Blizzard
Lovely piece! l/f/t
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Pamela.