Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil

Kimberly Dow · 06-17-2005, 04:39 PM

34 x 39.5" oil

Ok, I finished this. I changed some original plans with it - like leaving the necklaces off...I didnt like the way they were hanging. There are parts that are less detailed than I originally planned, but I am happy with them...I think.

I hadn't touched this on over 6 months. I couldn't seem to make myself get back to it. I posted somewhere a long whiny thing about being afraid to touch it again and no one responded. I wasnt getting any sympathy! So, seeing that I decided I was being foolish and needed to just fiinish it.

I can't seem to get a correct photo of it - I still need a tripod for one thing. I'm going to have this one photographed by a professional, but thought I'd share it here in the meantime.

So - the contrast is off, the color is off and it looks a little blurry as well. Picture it as perfect.

Kimberly Dow · 06-17-2005, 04:41 PM

I'm including this as a reference for the color and contrast. It was an in-progress shot before it was finished...but the photo is more accurate in color.

Patricia Joyce · 06-17-2005, 05:12 PM

Kim,
This is wonderful. Such a fun piece and so well executed. Lots of good stuff in it, but I enjoy studying this last ref pic. I really like the hands and you have captured her elbow to the hand at her mouth so well. It must have been a challenge to get that arm to look like it is receding from elbow to hand and then the hand itself is great.

Would love to see this in person! Please don't tell me you are already moved and painting in your new place?! That was fast...
Pat

Kimberly Dow · 06-17-2005, 05:16 PM

Thanks Pat.

Yes, I am all moved and painting. I think that's why I cant get a decent photo - the lighting is all different and Im going to have to figure it out. I'll get better photos up later. I did just find a professional who agreed to the copyright issue, so it shouldnt be too long before I can get it on my website....and try and sell this puppy. They have been mocking me long enough!

Chris Saper · 06-17-2005, 05:26 PM

Gosh, Kim, I can't believe I missed responding to this - It is so original and completely delightful!

Linda Brandon · 06-17-2005, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Kimberly Dow

Picture it as perfect.

It is.

This is a really beautiful painting, Kim, and I predict you will go far with this one.

Mike McCarty · 06-17-2005, 09:54 PM

Kim,

I've loved this since I first saw it. I am, however, a little disappointed that you were not able to work me into the composition.

Kimberly Dow · 06-17-2005, 09:55 PM

Thanks Chris & Linda.

Kimberly Dow · 06-17-2005, 09:57 PM

Mike, oh not to worry - Im thinking of repeating this theme, but with older models and nude...like the three graces. I bet I could work you in there. It would take on a whole different meaning if they were nudes, wouldnt it?

Kimberly Dow · 06-17-2005, 10:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Linda Brandon

It is.

This is a really beautiful painting, Kim, and I predict you will go far with this one.

I just moved - and I am NOT going anywhere (far or near) again for a long long time - so stop threatening me.