October 21, 2013

The Mighty One

Oil on canvas 9 by 12 inches
The neem tree in front of my apartment
I keep looking at this big neem tree that is just opposite to my apartment and I am always awe struck with its mighty look. It has so much of character, balance and empowerment and needless to say it is conveying me an everyday awareness for the need to bring in the same kind of balance and empowerment in to my life.

And how glorious it would look if it turned all orange! So here I go..I tried building the rest of the elements around this tree, the addition of the swans was a last thought since it felt so empty. Hope you enjoy!
The morning fresh and crisp,
While the swans swim on the autumn lake,
The mighty one is all smiles!

20 comments:

  1. Such a stunning tree and beautiful landscape, Padmaja! A great view, might I add. How are you feeling?

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  2. The sky too has taken on orange colour taking cue from the tree with its orange leaves.Your imagination is running riot with a lake and a few swans to add to the delight.The verse underneath is the icing on the cake.Remarkably talented!!

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  3. Beautifully painted, Padmaja. I love the color and perfect texture in this piece. Adding the swans was a wonderful idea!

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  4. I like the way you are inspired by the subjects around you and then use your imagination to create your work of art. It is a lovely composition. I like the way you carried the color of the tree into the water and sky for harmony.

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  5. Love the texture and colors! I like the way you let your imagination paint a lovely poem on your canvas!

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  6. Lovely painting.
    I love the the mood the colors put forth.

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  7. Beautiful painting Padmaja. You always capture stunning color and peaceful atmosphere all at once in your paintings. The swans were the perfect touch.

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  8. This painting is pure poetry , the colors made the tree magical, and the swans completes this awesome work ! xx

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  9. The colours are beautiful and harmonious and there is a wonderful serenity !! A beautiful painting made by a beautiful person!

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  10. I wondered if your tree will turn orange and loose it's leaves, I do not know anything about a neem tree. I have noticed the orange/yellow/rust colors in all of the changing leaves here right now, it is so beautiful that I am also going to be painting autumn. Your tree is inspirational.

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  11. You painted what you wanted us to see--beautiful.

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  12. interesting and bold twist to the neem tree... nicely written words to accompany your painting..;..visiting after a long time! the previous post of skies are also outstanding! bravo...

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  13. Your neem tree is beautiful, Padmaja. Do they grow in multiples like this? ..one fostering the growth of another nearby? I like the addition of the swans.

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  14. Perfect depiction of what you wanted us to see, Padmaja:)

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  15. You did very well that chances the colors dear padmaja! the.Now they are wonderful autumns trees and all landscape.
    I admire forever. This painting is a dream!!!-))) (sorry about my bad english)

    My kisses-))

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  16. Now I understand that you may take inspiration but you should use your own creativity (I'm an absolute learner. And right now I'm bad). Nice painting and I really liked the three liner!:)

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  17. Padmaja, this is brilliant. I love The Mighty One.

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  18. How did I miss this one? Your painting's composition is perfect and so are your color combos. It reminds me of a perfect classic painting. Just lovely!

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  19. Wowness..such a spectacular painting..the energy and spirit of this beautiful tree is shining out loudly..so magnificently painted! And fantastic photo...I have never seen a neem tree before so this was a treat! Beautiful! I love all that you wrote..wise words..I feel the same..for me trees give me such joy, they are amazing!
    Victoria

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  20. Aww,, They look so alike - the structure..
    Very nice one!

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