April 1, 2011

Hide n Seek

While the kids played "hide and seek" , the adults caught up with a chat... may be a sort of "hide and seek" there, with their words?

I mean, choosing our words carefully is always better than speaking our mind... Like an unknown author said,

"A careless word may kindle strife,
A cruel word may wreck a life,
A timely word may lessen stress,
A loving word may heal and bless."

This painting is done in acrylic on canvas and was a commission. I had a limited palette in mind and I sketched the scene out of imagination.


By the way, my last post/painting "Motherhood" was sold at the IWC exhibition. It was bought by artist Tammy Watt. Tammy's art is gorgeous and you may enjoy her lovely work here..
http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/tammy-watt.html

Thanks Tammy, for giving my "Motherhood" a place in your home and it is always a great feeling and special when your work is bought by another artist :-)
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34 comments:

  1. Rama AnanthApril 1, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    Congratulations, I know how you must be feeling. It is wonderful to be appreciated by fellow artists. This painting has also come out very well, despite the limitations.
    Very true, we must always think before uttering something in a hurry, only to regret it later. Whenever possible it is better to say something encouraging or say nothing. Another thing my mother always used to say, is never ever write anything, that might put you in trouble.
    I am really glad for you.

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  2. AzraApril 1, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    The limited palette gives this beatiful portrait real harmony and gives meaning to the word family.I especially love how the sarees have movement too,which gives a sense of energy to the whole composition.

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  3. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    This is a lovely painting. And I would just love to sit down and have long conversations with you... You think the way I do! The idea that grown-ups still play hide-and-seek with their words. So true! Have a wonderful weekend Padmaja!

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  4. Dean H.April 1, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    This is a great painting,Padmaja! I really understand the hide and seek of conversation.

    Congrats on the sale. It is an honor to sell to a fellow artist.

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  5. Meera RaoApril 1, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Congratulations- What a wonderful honor! Great push pull of intimacy and guardedness in this painting--really well done :)

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  6. Deepi's WorldApril 1, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Congrats Padmaja...this one is lovely too and write up is so touching.

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  7. BarbaraApril 1, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    How wonderful to find such an interesting and beautiful picture in your imagination.

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  8. RalphApril 1, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    another lovely post thank you

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  9. MichelleApril 2, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    Lovely painting and analogy of how adults also play hide and seek with their words. The deep reds are very nice.

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  10. Angela SullivanApril 2, 2011 at 1:53 AM

    Congratulations on selling your painting. I love this commission it just flows.

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  11. Prerana KulkarniApril 2, 2011 at 2:35 AM

    Padmaja, I love the expression that comes out in your paintings, very meaningfully put together - the colors, the women, children and setting! Beautiful.
    Oh yeah.. congratulations for the sale of earlier one.

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  12. Carol BlackburnApril 2, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    So beautiful, Padmaja...and I love that little poem too.

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  13. sandieApril 2, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    This is a lovely painting and I think the limited palette works so well. Congratulations on selling your last painting !

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  14. Autumn LeavesApril 2, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Padmaja, this is a lovely work of art. I love the palette and the composition is absolutely striking. Very well done!

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  15. AnonymousApril 2, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Congratulations on the sale of "Motherhood", Padmaja!
    This painting of hide and seek brings back so many memories, I could stare at it for hours. I remember our children hiding in the clothes racks of L.S. Ayres and causing my husband and I a panic. I love it that they are hiding in the ladies' skirts. The limited palette reinforced the idea of "Hide and Seek" really well! :)

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  16. Marie TheronApril 2, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    I couldn't wait to open this painting! The repeat colour for the clothing creates harmony and it is nice to have to look for the little girls at first! Congratulations on the sale!

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  17. Narayan PillaiApril 3, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Beautifully done! and the write up along with it so true adults do tend to play hide and seek with their words. the innocence of the kids is so well captured in this painting. Great work!

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  18. irinapicturesApril 4, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    I like the limited palette very much and congratulations on the "Motherhood"!

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  19. yashaApril 4, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    Great usage of the limited colors and the writeup supports your work even more.Congratulations on the sale.It indeed was a lovely piece and being purchased by a fellow artist makes it more special.

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  20. Sanctified SpacesApril 4, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Congrats.This painting is superb.Love it to death.I have not tried falafel.Would u like to do a guest post on this recipe.I know you are a wonderful cook.

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  21. AKApril 5, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    The composition is fantastic. In spite of the limited palette the colors look glorious. The back ground texture is so interesting.

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  22. Art with LizApril 6, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    The ultimate compliment when a fellow artists buys one of your paintings! Well done! Hide n Seek is utterly beautiful.

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  23. hmuxoApril 12, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    Beautiful post Padmaja! and a beautiful painting with wonderful colors!

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  24. AnonymousApril 12, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Great color harmony in a lovely painting. Congratulations on the sale of Motherhood too.
    Jean

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  25. ArtiApril 15, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    The Painting looks good in all aspects.Congrats for selling ' motherhood', too. Hope,you are doing fine.

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  26. EvaApril 15, 2011 at 8:12 PM

    Absolutely lovely painting!! It brings back so many memories of my children playing around my legs. Congratulations on your sale. Your talent deserves it

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  27. TeresaApril 20, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    Pad, this is a fabulous painting!! The rhythms, colors and overall composition is just wonderful. I'm so proud of you! And you sold a painting! Woo Hoo.... let's celebrate!

    T
    xx

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  28. Lori ZébièreApril 22, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I love the playfulness of the children and the beautiful expressions you've captured in everyone's eyes. Another wonderful piece!

    Yes, carefully selected words...isn't it amazing how a single poorly selected word can do such damage? Thank you for the reminder, I will try harder to take more time to think before speaking or even writing. To not rush and say something I regret.

    Also, BIG congratulations on your sale of 'Motherhood' it is a such wonderful piece!

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  29. Anudeepa KadiresanApril 25, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Congratulations! for your motherhood celebration.
    how are you Padmaja, and this hide and seel is wonderful...I love the colors of saree and the background technique.

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  30. irinapicturesApril 27, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    I am so glad to get your kindest comments. But I miss your posts. Hope that you are busy with nice stuff and keep painting. All the best to you and yours!

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  31. AnnApril 28, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    Beautiful painting and such true words to go with it.

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  32. KParthasarathiMay 9, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    Fabulous poetry in colours and apt text in sync with the title Hide and Seek.

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  33. ashokMay 12, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    too good Padmaja

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  34. LocomenteJune 11, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    Painting looks so perfect... Loved it!

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