Human Remains
Lake Mead drying up human remains are showing up22 total reviews
Comment from helvi2
Hi Ray, I don't know if all the people I see in this are remains of the living,but it is kind of a grisly sight/site! Looks like the majority might be officials that found the bodies. I do see one body on the ground. I definitely would not like to be the one who came across a body. Looks like the mafia was busy, though I know these bodies were dumped here over a length of time. Not an easy piece to judge, but to you captured the essence of the horror found here. Nice job on that count, but definitely not pleasant. :o) Nancy
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Hi Ray, I don't know if all the people I see in this are remains of the living,but it is kind of a grisly sight/site! Looks like the majority might be officials that found the bodies. I do see one body on the ground. I definitely would not like to be the one who came across a body. Looks like the mafia was busy, though I know these bodies were dumped here over a length of time. Not an easy piece to judge, but to you captured the essence of the horror found here. Nice job on that count, but definitely not pleasant. :o) Nancy
Comment Written 16-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Wow, You created a whole scenario. I agree with you Nancy, this is not pleasant, this happened 25 miles from me in Gilgo on Long Island and it happened in Lake Meade. I am sorry if this disturbed you, it was not my intent. I could have called it, "Fresh Water Spring" John Taylor showing his party guests, his fresh water spring, but that lost the toss. Some times my work isn't pleasant, hopefully it tells a story, maybe even something real, and something you may talk about. The hardest part is picking a title as you can see and what you hope the picture says. I am so sorry if this has offended or disturbed you. Ray
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Hi Ray, this couldn't have been easy for you to create. Knowing this was so close to where you live it was probably good way to deal with what you heard. This may have been therapeutic in a way. Not all stories are pleasant ones but need to be told.I can't blame you for following your gut. Don't worry about me I understand. :o) Nancy
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Nancy, I am glad you understand. Ray
Comment from Shirlenadesigner
Ray congratulations on another recognition. You've earned it because I'm hooked on your art too. I'm at the point I've given up on the idea of being recognized by my peers unless I'm anonymous and they don't know it's me: ). I just got into a fight with one of the male artist here because he keeps picking on me and I decided to respond this time-lol but I'm really happy for you and this fabulous work. You are an exceptional artist.
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Ray congratulations on another recognition. You've earned it because I'm hooked on your art too. I'm at the point I've given up on the idea of being recognized by my peers unless I'm anonymous and they don't know it's me: ). I just got into a fight with one of the male artist here because he keeps picking on me and I decided to respond this time-lol but I'm really happy for you and this fabulous work. You are an exceptional artist.
Comment Written 16-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Shirlena, Thank you I am glad you like this piece, who is bothering you? You can always "mute" him, please let me know. Ray
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Well it's probably best that I don't. It didn't work out well at all so the less I say the better.
I do thank for being concerned. I won't have to mute him though because there clearly no love loss there.
Comment from Shadow catcher
Does make you think, doesn't it!? I can see the skeletal remains, and to me the figures above are the souls of the departed, waiting for someone to identify them, to put a name and face to those that disappeared without a trace years and years ago so they can finally rest in peace. A very dramatic and thought provoking piece,Ray!
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Does make you think, doesn't it!? I can see the skeletal remains, and to me the figures above are the souls of the departed, waiting for someone to identify them, to put a name and face to those that disappeared without a trace years and years ago so they can finally rest in peace. A very dramatic and thought provoking piece,Ray!
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Yes something to think and talk about. LeeAnn, you got this so right and I was inspired by what happened here on long Island and the mysteries of Lake Meade. Thank you for this wonderful review and rating and your thoughts on the matter. Ray
Comment from liseworks
Really? Now I have questions, did they die naturally I wonder, love this piece as it makes us think. Good thing you explained it too. This something that I can look at for a while to make sure I dont miss anything
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Really? Now I have questions, did they die naturally I wonder, love this piece as it makes us think. Good thing you explained it too. This something that I can look at for a while to make sure I dont miss anything
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Lise, thank you for this wonderful review. I am so glad this is something that stimulated your thoughts on the matter. Ray
Comment from Charlotte Morse
Ray this is stunning! I do like it when I can actually make out what's going on (what a moron, thinks Ray! Lol)!
Those ghostly figures rising out of the water - encouraging the police investigations to find their killers no doubt!
An excellent depiction of a piece shocking news!
Charlotte
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Ray this is stunning! I do like it when I can actually make out what's going on (what a moron, thinks Ray! Lol)!
Those ghostly figures rising out of the water - encouraging the police investigations to find their killers no doubt!
An excellent depiction of a piece shocking news!
Charlotte
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Charlotte, I only hope to give others, something to think and talk about in my work, non verbal communication. I am so glad you enjoy and understand the piece. Thank you for the wonderful review and rating. Ray
Comment from Chaxl
This is a good abstract of your view of human remains. I can see people in a line looking down, searching. Great color, contrast and artistic talent.
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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This is a good abstract of your view of human remains. I can see people in a line looking down, searching. Great color, contrast and artistic talent.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Chaxl, I would consider this to be Journalistic. Abstract really has no connection to reality. Thank you for this fine review, I am so glad you saw into it and enjoyed it. Ray
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Yes you're right, I agree it's journalistic. Sorry lol
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Thats OK Chaxl, so many don't understand what abstract is, I' m just trying to help any one who is interested, no need to be sorry. Ray
Comment from avmurray
It is easy to see both the human remains and the people looking at them in this painting. Of course it is still an abstract with the fine textures you are so well known for, and with fine lines and shapes.
I also like the color pallet you have used, and the way you brought light into this painting. It is intriguing story, and also an intriguing painting of it. Well done Ray.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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It is easy to see both the human remains and the people looking at them in this painting. Of course it is still an abstract with the fine textures you are so well known for, and with fine lines and shapes.
I also like the color pallet you have used, and the way you brought light into this painting. It is intriguing story, and also an intriguing painting of it. Well done Ray.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Annie, thank you for this wonderful review. Your thoughts and comments are well appreciated and I am glad that you enjoy it. Ray
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You are more than welcome Ray.
Comment from MKFlood
nice colorful creation. the facial is good. the faint body forms and language is good. the details is great. the depth is great. the shading is great. the blend of the colors is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. creative and awesome work overall.
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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nice colorful creation. the facial is good. the faint body forms and language is good. the details is great. the depth is great. the shading is great. the blend of the colors is great. the presentation is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. creative and awesome work overall.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 14-Jan-2023
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Thank you Mark for the wonderful review, I am so glad you enjoy it. Ray
Comment from cleo85
Your painting is impressive. Even as those remains are investigated, it might be never known how, those people died, if they drowned in a natural disaster, or were killed by other humans or animals. We only know that they suffered. We also know that their relatives suffered, because they did not know why their loved ones varnished without a trace.
Your artwork is excellent composed and framed. The colors are adequate. The composition is balanced.
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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Your painting is impressive. Even as those remains are investigated, it might be never known how, those people died, if they drowned in a natural disaster, or were killed by other humans or animals. We only know that they suffered. We also know that their relatives suffered, because they did not know why their loved ones varnished without a trace.
Your artwork is excellent composed and framed. The colors are adequate. The composition is balanced.
Comment Written 10-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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Thank you Cleo for the wonderful commentary and review, It is well appreciated. Ray
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You're very welcome! :o))
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This sounds like one of those 'thriller/horror' beach-based movies we see on Netflix!:) I think your eye-catching artwork will make a nice poster for such movies. I lie the depth you have created and the colours used. overall, a fine effort!
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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This sounds like one of those 'thriller/horror' beach-based movies we see on Netflix!:) I think your eye-catching artwork will make a nice poster for such movies. I lie the depth you have created and the colours used. overall, a fine effort!
Comment Written 10-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 10-Aug-2022
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Thank you for the light hearted review, a breath of fresh air. Thank you for all the compliments, also. Ray