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©2008 *Merlin111
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Submitted: May 10
File Size: 1.3 MB
Image Size: 311 KB
Resolution: 900×717
Comments: 8
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Make: SONY
Model: DSC-W1
Shutter Speed: 10/80 second
F Number: F/2.8
Focal Length: 8 mm
ISO Speed: 320
Date Picture Taken: May 10, 2008, 6:07:25 PM

Artist's Comments

Hope you like.

Oil on canvas 28” x 22”

Photo reference the excellent stock image from Beckystock.
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Tried a lot of experimental techniques in this painting and they seem to come out alright. I originally planned to have the main figure being flanked by two dolphins but in the end they would have covered too much of the background. Besides painting the fish brought back pleasant memories of the tropical fish I had when I was a child.

Not the best photograph, must buy a new camera or get access to a good scanner.

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*adelaar1:iconadelaar1: May 10, 2008, 1:59:17 AM
It's very pretty. I like the color and depth it creates.

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School food is Great! Yea! Specially them almonds! But I hate it when they run away!

One's real life is so often the life that one does not lead.
Author: Oscar Wilde
*-jenni-:icon-jenni-: May 10, 2008, 2:23:57 AM
I do! It's fantastic. Great work. :nod:
*Merlin111:iconMerlin111: May 10, 2008, 2:43:47 AM
I’m glad. Thanks
*Merlin111:iconMerlin111: May 10, 2008, 2:47:28 AM
Thank you
The colors in this photo are not as vibrant as original painting but still it came out alright
*adelaar1:iconadelaar1: May 10, 2008, 2:52:48 AM
That tends to happen. Though I bet the original is stunning.

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School food is Great! Yea! Specially them almonds! But I hate it when they run away!

One's real life is so often the life that one does not lead.
Author: Oscar Wilde
*floriaiglenoir:iconfloriaiglenoir: May 11, 2008, 3:34:48 PM Mood: Love
...amazing work,my friend!To paint so many details in a quite small size,is really not easy.It needs a lot of patience.the details are so well done.I like also the touch of "mythology"here,and your way to put your personal story about the fishes..Wonderful harmony of colours.The swimming beauty-Superb!The only thing,I 'm missing,is some kind of "tiny waterbubbles" around her,or "moving"in the water,I don't know,I think I would have done so,but,maybe I am wrong...(lol)Bravo!!!:)
*Merlin111:iconMerlin111: May 12, 2008, 1:18:56 AM
I think you are probably right. Early on I thought of bubbles and planned to put them in but I simply forgot in my enthusiasm to complete the work. I am thinking of adding them after all.
Thanks so much for your feedback, your comments always welcome.
*floriaiglenoir:iconfloriaiglenoir: May 13, 2008, 5:23:30 AM Mood: Affection
...:)thank you for taking the time to reply so kindly..I much appreciate;)Have a nice afternoon!:)