Memories of the Past

Oils 40x30cm (16x12'') on MDF board.

Tried to paint the scene following Richard's instructions. Didn't really succeed in making it simpler, but it is what has come out...It's also darker than what I expected it to be!!!!
I've used an oil which I have never used before. Decided to experiment... 'chia seed oil' is what I used. It's theoretically a very healthy oil which can cure diseases, but it was given to me by a friend who used to take it and said it was so horrible that she wouldn't take it any longer. As it has expired, I decided to recycle it...:) !! I found out that it makes oils dry much faster than linseed oil, which is what I generally use.

Critiques , suggestions and comments are welcome!!

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Comment by Silvana M Albano on January 12, 2015 at 12:38: Thanks Jenny!

Comment by Silvana M Albano on November 28, 2014 at 12:25: Nancy, I really appreciate such a wonderful comment! I was watching it live and was wondering if I had to make the little girl's hair a bit more ochre... I think it's too white. It's the sun... but too white...

Comment by Nancy Sands on November 25, 2014 at 10:40: Silvana, this is a gorgeous painting. I'm glad that you couldn't make it simpler. If you had, we wouldn't have been able to enjoy this stunning painting.

Comment by Silvana M Albano on November 15, 2014 at 10:13: Thx Sharon! I'll try the workshop's scene ... let's see what comes out...

Comment by Sharon Casavant on November 14, 2014 at 10:57: nice contrast Silvana!

Comment by Silvana M Albano on November 12, 2014 at 14:16: Thanks Sarah!!! :) !!!

Comment by Sarah Bottjer on November 12, 2014 at 6:26: The light against the darks works well. Stunning!

Comment by Silvana M Albano on November 11, 2014 at 7:35: Cristina, Laura, thanks a lot!!! Your encouragement brings up my spirit!!! :) !!!

Comment by Laura Xu on November 11, 2014 at 6:18: Beautiful painting Silvana! Great composition, and light/shadow contrast. The figures bring it to life.