Gorilla in the mist
Oil on canvas9 total reviews
Comment from Ray Gordon
Very nice oil painting. You caught the essence of the gorilla and I think your connection to the very emotional lot that gorillas face is commendable. Very impressive. Ray
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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Very nice oil painting. You caught the essence of the gorilla and I think your connection to the very emotional lot that gorillas face is commendable. Very impressive. Ray
Comment Written 21-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much Ray!!
Comment from suzannethompson2
Great entry for the contest. Lovely oil painting of this impressive Gorilla. Excellent use of light and shade and blending of colours. I like all the detail in the foreground and background. Great brush strokes. Lovely composition. Best of luck in the contest. Suzanne
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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Great entry for the contest. Lovely oil painting of this impressive Gorilla. Excellent use of light and shade and blending of colours. I like all the detail in the foreground and background. Great brush strokes. Lovely composition. Best of luck in the contest. Suzanne
Comment Written 21-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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Thank you very much!!
Comment from suffolkbrian
I watched that film and if i am correct diane fossey [think thats spelt right] is buried there somewhere,your painting is good and conveys the gorilla in a pose overlooking the rest of them i presume,although the sitting position looks a tad odd in this,but that aside i cannot paint for toffee no i am no judge,thanks for sharing...brian
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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I watched that film and if i am correct diane fossey [think thats spelt right] is buried there somewhere,your painting is good and conveys the gorilla in a pose overlooking the rest of them i presume,although the sitting position looks a tad odd in this,but that aside i cannot paint for toffee no i am no judge,thanks for sharing...brian
Comment Written 21-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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You are so correct and thank you for your comments
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your welcome
Comment from Charlotte Morse
I visited the gorillas in Rwanda (the most amazing experience of my life!), the descendants of those Dian Fossey worked with - and then I came home and watched the film. It absolutely broke my heart, I sobbed my eyes out!
Your painting is lovely, tho I do find the gorilla's pose a little stiff.
This is obviously the silverback, who has the responsibility of protecting his group, but I found that despite watching everything, he tended to always look very laid back and relaxed - if he was suspicious of anything he'd be immediately on his feet to face the danger. Your gorilla looks worried about something, which for me anyway, feels a little incongruous as he's still seated.
Apart from that, the painting is amazing! You've captured the texture of his coat very well, the details in his body and his surroundings are excellent!
Sorry, re-reading my review it sounds a little harsh, I don't mean it to be as you're an amazing painter and this is a great painting, but I always feel it's important to be truthful in reviews, which is what I'm trying to be.
Charlotte
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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I visited the gorillas in Rwanda (the most amazing experience of my life!), the descendants of those Dian Fossey worked with - and then I came home and watched the film. It absolutely broke my heart, I sobbed my eyes out!
Your painting is lovely, tho I do find the gorilla's pose a little stiff.
This is obviously the silverback, who has the responsibility of protecting his group, but I found that despite watching everything, he tended to always look very laid back and relaxed - if he was suspicious of anything he'd be immediately on his feet to face the danger. Your gorilla looks worried about something, which for me anyway, feels a little incongruous as he's still seated.
Apart from that, the painting is amazing! You've captured the texture of his coat very well, the details in his body and his surroundings are excellent!
Sorry, re-reading my review it sounds a little harsh, I don't mean it to be as you're an amazing painter and this is a great painting, but I always feel it's important to be truthful in reviews, which is what I'm trying to be.
Charlotte
Comment Written 21-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2023
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I appreciate your honesty so keep it up and thank you!!
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
This painting of the Gorilla is a beautiful form of artistic expression that captures its form in its most raw and natural state. It is a true testament to the skill and creativity of the artist.Well done. Good luck!
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2023
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This painting of the Gorilla is a beautiful form of artistic expression that captures its form in its most raw and natural state. It is a true testament to the skill and creativity of the artist.Well done. Good luck!
Comment Written 20-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much for your kind words!!
Comment from Christine389
Oh I know the one you mean. It is terrible what suffering mankind can inflict on other species. Animal cruelty is just so awful. This is a fabulous painting. Great use of light and shade and wonderful detail, not only in the gorilla but also in the bark of the trees. Surely a strong contender to win the contest. It's 6 stars from me.
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2023
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Oh I know the one you mean. It is terrible what suffering mankind can inflict on other species. Animal cruelty is just so awful. This is a fabulous painting. Great use of light and shade and wonderful detail, not only in the gorilla but also in the bark of the trees. Surely a strong contender to win the contest. It's 6 stars from me.
Comment Written 20-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2023
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Thank you for your kind words and six star rating!
Comment from Sean T Phelan
That's a fine looking depiction of this very popular animal!
It's a nicely-presented painting and I'm enjoying it very much!
'Good Show',my friend!
~Sean
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2023
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That's a fine looking depiction of this very popular animal!
It's a nicely-presented painting and I'm enjoying it very much!
'Good Show',my friend!
~Sean
Comment Written 19-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2023
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Thank you!!
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You're very welcome!
Comment from jesuel
gotta love this guy and you have created him beautifully the color is great the detail is great I really like how you did the background and handled the light fine work here
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2023
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gotta love this guy and you have created him beautifully the color is great the detail is great I really like how you did the background and handled the light fine work here
Comment Written 18-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 19-Sep-2023
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Thank you so much for your words and six star rating!
Comment from nikman
A good looking image posted here into the competition, together with a sad story! Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable view of that endangered species. Textures, colours and tones are good. Well painted and good luck!
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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A good looking image posted here into the competition, together with a sad story! Your fine, full and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable view of that endangered species. Textures, colours and tones are good. Well painted and good luck!
Comment Written 18-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2023
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Thank you