Squirrel eating a Nut
An unusual Squirrel28 total reviews
Comment from Beverly A McBride
I love his little expression, like he's saying "What?" as he's caught eating the nut. I like the background. I appreciate he can be clearly seen, no camouflage. Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2020
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I love his little expression, like he's saying "What?" as he's caught eating the nut. I like the background. I appreciate he can be clearly seen, no camouflage. Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 30-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much for your encouraging comments and kind wishes. [The painting is not posted in any contest]. :o)
Comment from Lucien van Oosten
I think the colors used for the most part creates a very good color harmony between squirrel and supporting elements within the piece.
The one thing that seems to pull the eye away from the squirrel and what the is doing, is that ungodly green shape representing a cut off branch. I am thinking that area should be some color of brown, light or dark brown, so it becomes a part of the composition rather then a detractor to the flow of the artwork.
In humble opinion it needs to be corrected toned way down, it could be a underlying color there, but not this bold brass color.
Everything else works..,
Have yourself a good day,
Cheers.
Lucien
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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2020
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I think the colors used for the most part creates a very good color harmony between squirrel and supporting elements within the piece.
The one thing that seems to pull the eye away from the squirrel and what the is doing, is that ungodly green shape representing a cut off branch. I am thinking that area should be some color of brown, light or dark brown, so it becomes a part of the composition rather then a detractor to the flow of the artwork.
In humble opinion it needs to be corrected toned way down, it could be a underlying color there, but not this bold brass color.
Everything else works..,
Have yourself a good day,
Cheers.
Lucien
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Comment Written 30-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much for your critical but encouraging review. :o)
I am not sure which area you mean. All branches above are dark. The green areas are leaves, foliage behind or in front of the branches in the background. Below the Squirrel is a big branch cut off. The wound of the tree there is sealed with a blue past. Some of the sealant run into the bark. Do you mean this area? If I ignore the sealant, I guess the area would not just brown but need year-rings, of different size and color. Please, specify which area you mean.
A nice day for you!
Cheers!
Cleo :o)
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Sorry for not being more specific.
Yes, the cut off branch. as an artist we need to sometimes make sure it works visually.
based on reading the other reviews I must seem a little harsh to you. it is not that I disagree with what others have written about the squirrel and leaves and pose, but it could so much be better.
that green there in the cut branch dominates the image.
What is see in the green sealer area, are indication of a rough cut, could be done in light browns,brown grays, tans.
Take care.
Try what I suggested and then let me know if it makes for a better cohesive total composition.
Cheers,
Lucien
Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Cleo,
A fantastic digital painting of this Squirrel with a nut held in it's front hand-like paws, the light from below highlighting it's beautiful coat & catching the sparkle in it's eye. The sunlight glowing through the tree's canopy creates the perfect backdrop. Created by your artist's eye for composition, very skilful digital painting techniques, beautiful choice & application of your colours in bringing this squirrel to life.
Susan
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2020
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Cleo,
A fantastic digital painting of this Squirrel with a nut held in it's front hand-like paws, the light from below highlighting it's beautiful coat & catching the sparkle in it's eye. The sunlight glowing through the tree's canopy creates the perfect backdrop. Created by your artist's eye for composition, very skilful digital painting techniques, beautiful choice & application of your colours in bringing this squirrel to life.
Susan
Comment Written 30-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 30-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much!
Your through comments and six golden stars are a great encouragement for me. :o) :o) :o)
Comment from John2174
This is a excellent design! It looks so natural I can almost reach out and actually touch the squirrel.
Good use of colors and lighting the subject is well positioned and the entire picture has really good depth to it.
Keep up the great work!
John
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2020
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This is a excellent design! It looks so natural I can almost reach out and actually touch the squirrel.
Good use of colors and lighting the subject is well positioned and the entire picture has really good depth to it.
Keep up the great work!
John
Comment Written 29-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 29-Jul-2020
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Thank you so very much!
Your comments and golden stars are a great encouragement for me. :o) :o) :o)
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You are very welcome!
Comment from Mr Jones
it looks very life like indeed and really cool in the position, situated high up on a truncated branch. it is the very same type as the mixed breeds in the U.K. previously we only had red squirrels, until the invasive grey (well) invaded. at some stage they must have let their bodies unite and the rest is a (sort of) natural history. i think we only have pure red ones up in scotland.
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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it looks very life like indeed and really cool in the position, situated high up on a truncated branch. it is the very same type as the mixed breeds in the U.K. previously we only had red squirrels, until the invasive grey (well) invaded. at some stage they must have let their bodies unite and the rest is a (sort of) natural history. i think we only have pure red ones up in scotland.
Comment Written 28-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much for your encouraging and informative comments and your golden star rating. You made my day!!! :o) :o) :o)
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that is great to know. hope you like my sense of humour to, lol.
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Yes, I like your sense of humor very much! :o)
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This is a wonderful digital rendering of the squirrel. The light and shadows, colours and the composition have worked out well. Good effort!
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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This is a wonderful digital rendering of the squirrel. The light and shadows, colours and the composition have worked out well. Good effort!
Comment Written 28-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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Thsank you very much for your encouraging comments :o)
Comment from AlllMight
Wow this is stunning! I am also a digital artist but this is just so pretty. In love with your shading and lighting. The way you captured the squirrel is so cute I am in love!
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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Wow this is stunning! I am also a digital artist but this is just so pretty. In love with your shading and lighting. The way you captured the squirrel is so cute I am in love!
Comment Written 28-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much for your encouraging review :o)
Comment from MKFlood
awesome work cleo. the facial expression is excellent. the body form and language is excellent. the depth is excellent. the shading is excellent. the blend of the colors is excellent. the creation is well balanced and very eye appealing to the viewer. creative and awesome work overall(clapping)
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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awesome work cleo. the facial expression is excellent. the body form and language is excellent. the depth is excellent. the shading is excellent. the blend of the colors is excellent. the creation is well balanced and very eye appealing to the viewer. creative and awesome work overall(clapping)
Comment Written 28-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much!!! Your golden review is a great encouragement for me! :o) :o) :o)
Comment from supergold
a beautiful beige orange color: I found squirrels always so funny looking with their big eyes; unfortunately we don't have any in our area; excellent sharp focus;
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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a beautiful beige orange color: I found squirrels always so funny looking with their big eyes; unfortunately we don't have any in our area; excellent sharp focus;
Comment Written 28-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 28-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much for your kind review. :o)
Comment from Tootie H2O
Absolutely delightful! I believe this is as close to perfection as its get. The colors are soft and brushed stokes are outstanding and the leafy background truly lends itself to the overall painting Well done
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2020
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Absolutely delightful! I believe this is as close to perfection as its get. The colors are soft and brushed stokes are outstanding and the leafy background truly lends itself to the overall painting Well done
Comment Written 27-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2020
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Thank you very much!!! Your comments and the golden stars are a great encouragement for me. :o) :o) :o)