12"x 16" on canvas pad completed July 18, 2014. From composite of various changed photos to fit my custom design.

Mystical Li River is in Guilin, China

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Comment by Boca PETE on July 19, 2014 at 23:39

Hi again Betsy.  Rather than attempting TO CONTROL the viewer's interpretation of the painting by making up a narrative to be ready by viewers, I think I'll choose to follow the tradition of some of the great painters of the past - like JMW Turner or George Innes.  They believed that each viewer makes up their own interpretation of paintings.  They believed that increasing the mystery of their works generated longer viewer involvement in their paintings, rather than the viewer quickly seeing, understanding and then moving on.  But thanks for your suggestions - I appreciate your interest, for sure.  

Comment by Betsy Jenkins on July 19, 2014 at 12:41
Make up a more in depth story about this piece. ...something about the magic of the moon on this particular mystical night and the characters in the piece. Make it well written and attach it to all displays online and otherwise. You will sell it. People like to know the story behind the piece. It helps them connect with it. And once they are connected they start to want to own the story. Good luck!
Comment by Boca PETE on July 19, 2014 at 12:09

Hi Betsy.  Thanks for the kudos and your perceptive observation that the design tells a story. The work is not a commission piece - I have yet to be so lucky. Actually, it's a composite from various beautiful internet photos of the Li River and of the rare Blood Moon brought to my attention by various reports - all altered on my PC in Photoshop software and composed into my original ideal design showing all eyes, including the ducks, looking at the all important moon. I saw the design as something uniquely beautiful to share in an original painting. I believe that the Chinese currency - the Yuan - depicts a Li River scene on the back of its paper bills. It looks like a very scenic place to visit in my next life :-)  

Comment by Betsy Jenkins on July 19, 2014 at 11:11
It's mystical and fantastical. Is this a commission piece? It seems like it tells a story that may be of personal significance for someone. .

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