This is an abstracted inspiration from a picture taken at the Centennial lake at Columbia, Maryland. Oil on paper sized 9 by 12 inches. I replaced my brushes with my fingers :-)Autumn or usually called Fall brings to my mind, vivid hues and joyful exuberance. And the name fall is believed to have originated not because of the fall of leaves from the trees, but because it is the season when the sun falls below the equator to spring back up again six months later.Last year at this time I was in Maryland, USA and had the chance to witness a spectrum of colors between the green shades of summer and the dull browns of winter..... Crimson, fiery red,dull orange, pure orange, soft yellows and bright yellows.
The transition in colors during this season is just amazing!.. well I think this transition in nature is very much similar to transitions in our lives.. an inevitable factor...life transitions are mostly challenging and make us learn lessons and grow.. well, let me stop getting philosophical and just enjoy Autumn as it is :-)
At first, I thought your post was going to be another 'appreciate the glorious colors of autumn' post, similar to what everyone else has been writing. But you talked about life transitions, and it suddenly brought up a swell of emotion in me. We are going through some major life transitions in my family right now... and I'm struggling to find the beauty in them. I know it's there, but I have to clear some old perceptions away to see it all clearly. Thanks for the insightful, poignant words. And the lovely picture!
ReplyDeleteAgain a very philosophical post.
ReplyDeleteI was sure "Fall" was caused by leaves. Now I know. I am in the beginning of fall myself, hard time for me. And you help to see the good in the transitions).
ReplyDeleteAs for the painting I feel you were very passionate when drawing (or fingering?)... Great result.
I promised myself that when I learn the drawing and painting I will forget it and start doing abstracts.
Finger painting! -very beautiful piece and a thoughtful write up -- I always keep reminding myself that 'change is the only constant' ; helps with life in general ;)
ReplyDeletea technical question-what kind of paper do you use with oil?
Although it is an abstract painting, the trees seem very real and present. Transitions in our lives would be easier if they always came with beautiful colors.
ReplyDeleteOh heavens! I don't know which I like more, Padmaja, the banyan tree or this! You make me want to get my oil paints out and explore, which I may do in January on my break. The fact that you abandoned brushes and went to using your fingers furthur pulls at me. Lovely. Absolutely lovely fall painting!
ReplyDeleteYour writing is so interesting and this painting truly amazing, padmaja! Everything seems so real!
ReplyDeleteI actually thought this was a photograph at first glance! Beautiful! :0)
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful, Padmaja.....the colorful expression you've created is an extension of your beautiful self.
ReplyDeleteLove this painting! Also the words you use to accompany it! Thank you for your comments to me too!
ReplyDeleteI love your interpretation of Autumn both in words and paint !
ReplyDeleteJust lovely!! You've done a wonderful job!!
ReplyDeletethis one definitely looks like a photograph aunty!!! :)
ReplyDeleteYou truly have magical fingers.:)I also loved your commentary and thought on this.Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGreat..great ..Padmaja! Another awesome creation with your magical fingers..:)
ReplyDeleteYour words are always as inspirational as your paintings , I find myself liking both... They're both good for my soul... Thank you Padmaja
ReplyDeleteHello Padmaja, What strikes me of your work is the sensitivity and handling of the pigments and color and equal sensitivity of the words you use.
ReplyDeleteMuch is told of the artist, I thank you for being.
Padmaja, Beautiful. I especially love the touch of blue in the left lower corner....
ReplyDeletePls do paint the orange salt and pepper shaker if you wish.I also have a pic of the whole orange shaker. I can post it on my blog if you want to.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this painting Padmaja. My sister is a hairdresser and she always tells me that her fingers are her tools...you have those magical tools as well....wonderful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely painting and to think you used your fingers!Amazing!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful piece Padmaja! Great rich colour!! I especially like the abstract quality of it. That must have been fun, painting with your fingers?!?!!
ReplyDeleteA truly beautiful painting Padmaja! I thought it was a photo at first, but when I clicked on it, what beautiful textures and colours of the paint!
ReplyDeleteNow that is pure joy.... when you touch paints to paint.... your fingers take you around... guided by an unseen hand.
ReplyDeleteLovely painting. Perfect abstract. Would go well on my wall :-)
This is absolutely beautiful Padmaja .
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post to accompany a beautiful painting!
ReplyDeleteYour painting is simply gorgeous. You've really captured the essence of fall's beauty. And I like your philosophizing... keep it up :-)
ReplyDeleteThe amazing colours brought back memories of many an autumn I have enjoyed. Very beautiful.
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