A small first attempt in oil. Painting this made me remember my happiness as the herd began to feel safe with me in their field. I haven't named her yet. Any suggestions?
Your 30 in 30 are so fun to watch! I grew up on a ranch in Montana, and we raised cattle. You really know how to paint them better than any I've ever seen!
Painting and drawing was a major part of my life as a child but dissapeared during my teens and through my life as an adult working fulltime in the corporate world. The awakening came one day at the office when I realized that I had to return to art, quit and took a partime job. I began classes at a local art league and painting at home.
Another awakening arrived when I had my first intimate encounter with a dairy cow. Then there was the interview with Temple Grandin...no more eating these beautiful creatures or anything with a mother. My goal is to depict these non-human animals as the sentient, beautiful beings that they are. That's it.
You captured this contented cow perfectly. Love the fresh brushstrokes.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I was allowed to spend hours in the field with her and the rest of the herd.
DeleteYour 30 in 30 are so fun to watch! I grew up on a ranch in Montana, and we raised cattle. You really know how to paint them better than any I've ever seen!
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, Whoa! That is one heck of a pat on the back. You made my day...no, my week!
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