75 Bridgeman RD sunset_v2

11x14 oil on canvas. Many thanks to Michael S for his help and advice! I also want to thank other friends who spent time write comments, suggestions and give encouragement. Your critiques are always welcome!

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Comment by Jon Main on December 21, 2013 at 7:19: I very much like the fact that it's twilight - that gives a great feeling. I also like the near foreground, uh, forewater ;D a lot. You've been creative with the source reference - that's a sign of some maturity!

Comment by Michael J. Severin on December 21, 2013 at 1:49: Hi Laura. If it is dry now, do not mess with it anymore!! ...it is completed .and your painting is beautiful! The paintings composition, depth, and contrasts are all contributing to its success. Your concept was to create a restful mood and you accomplished that very well...your story is told. Very well done Laura, a sure winner!!! You know, I really love the way you handled the group of trees far in the distance ..the really melt into the atmosphere, giving you the depth. Your sky sits BEHIND everything due to your value and color. Your glow in the trees, near the sun, is also handled very well. Yes, I do see your hints of blue/violets punched in here and there..I missed that on my first look (I was tired). I am now noticing that you do have some very nice gradations going on ...It was late last night when I looked at your painting, and I guess It made me a little to critical ..sorry. I am now sitting here very much enjoying all the little nuances of your painting!!

Comment by Laura Xu on December 20, 2013 at 19:16: Thank you Manneherrin

Comment by Manneherrin on December 20, 2013 at 18:00: gorgeous mood

Comment by Laura Xu on December 20, 2013 at 16:52: Hello Silvana, Joe, Ann and Michael very much!

Michael, I will try to soft those tree edges but it will be hard as it is dried( I used liquin for fast dry). I may have to give some fresh touch to blend colors in. Actually there are blue/violet at end of tree reflections which didn't show in the photo very much. I couldn't see my signature there. But yes, I will concentrate on EDGES, GRADATION of tree reflections. Michael, if I have any credit on this painting it should belong to you. I can not thank you enough. I mean it!

Comment by Michael J. Severin on December 20, 2013 at 15:14: Looking much better. The sky is looking good. I would still like to see the edges of your tree reflections much less sharp. Also, where the bright sun reflections meet the tree reflections ..it is much too abrupt. Soften that edges with a warmer yellow and progress into orange as it meets the tree reflection. The other side of the tree reflection, take a brush and go right down the left edge of the tree reflection so it blends into the light part of the water. Your edges of the foreground tree reflections are also much to sharp. Laura, don't be timid here, just go for it on those edges. The value of your background trees is very, very well handled!! I love the shaft of light on the green grass. Near the ends of your tree reflections, introduce a little of the blue/violet ..it is picking up some reflection from the sky above. Always think ...gradation in your elements. Now, if you insist on putting those tree trunks in on the bank, they must show a reflection. To summarize: Concentrate on your EDGES and GRADATION of your tree reflections.

Comment by Ann Turner on December 20, 2013 at 14:14: Looking Good ! I like all the peachy tones. Johannas V says that this color is the most popular with viewers and sells paintings. Good information to keep in mind.

Comment by Silvana M Albano on December 20, 2013 at 12:37: Wow! This painting has greatly improved! Congratulations!

Comment by Laura Xu on December 20, 2013 at 12:03: By the way the photo is darker than the painting.

Comment by Laura Xu on December 20, 2013 at 12:01: Hi Michael, Ann, I decided to keep these small trees near bank for now. I have learned a lot from painting this. Thank you so much again!!!