Reviews from

Plein Air Artists

Choosing a good spot

8 total reviews 
Comment from Contests


A contest winning entry! A seven star rating from the Contest Committee for posting the winning contest entry.

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2024


reply by the author on 12-Jun-2024
    Thank you for awarding me the win, it is well appreciated. Ray
Comment from suffolkbrian


This is stunning Ray and am trying to decipher it with the meaning,the two figures look like witches on a mission and are looking for something or am i way of course[as per usual lol] good though...Brian

 Comment Written 13-May-2024


reply by the author on 13-May-2024
    Hi Brian thank you for your wonderful review and rating. A plein air artist is one who goes outside and paints scenery and landscape. So these two artists are looking for the best place to set up, and thats it. I am glad you enjoyed it. Ray
reply by suffolkbrian on 13-May-2024
    your welcome thanks for the info means i was wrong again
reply by the author on 13-May-2024
    Brian, It was all in the title. Plein Air Artists. Can't forget the title, it is the biggest clue I can give you, for nonverbal comunication. I am not a fan of a long verbal detailed description. Guess what you are right with two witches because this is what you observed. The answer I gave you was my intent. The best info for me is that you liked it. The funny part about it is I was in my studio creating this and not Plein Air. Your reviews are very important to me because they give me insight from someone who is into realism, capturing moments in time. Thank you again Brian. Ray
reply by suffolkbrian on 14-May-2024
    your welcome,should have looked that up before review
Comment from Jewell McChesney


In your usual style, you have created a beautiful rendition of a spot in nature these men are looking for. I presume fishing. I love the simulation of water and land in abstraction. Great colors and depth if field created, here.

 Comment Written 12-May-2024


reply by the author on 12-May-2024
    Jewell, thank you for your fine review. Plein Air artists are those who are outside painting scenery as oppose to studio artists who paint inside. I am glad yu enjoyed it. Ray
reply by Jewell McChesney on 19-May-2024
    I know what Plein Air artist are.
reply by the author on 19-May-2024
    Jewell, The title is "Plein Air Artists". You wrote this wonderful complimentary review and wrote, " You have created a beautiful rendition of a spot in nature these men are looking for ... " At this point I truly thought or assumed you were going to say , "... a good place to set up for a day of painting" and then you said " I presume fishing." and then I assumed you didn't know what plein air artists were, so many don't know. I have obviously offended you unintentionally and I am truly sorry. I'd rather smiles. Ray
reply by Jewell McChesney on 20-May-2024
    You didn?t offend me at all. I have a feeling I didn?t even look at the title! Haha tell me they could also appear as fishermen. :) no worries!
reply by Jewell McChesney on 20-May-2024
    You didn?t offend me at all. I have a feeling I didn?t even look at the title! Haha tell me they could also appear as fishermen. :) no worries!
reply by the author on 20-May-2024
    They could also appears as fisherman. Ray
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan


This reminds me of the years I worked for a steel mill and my visits to the iron ore mines!:) The painting exudes the mood and vibrancy. I can almost smell the earth through this photo. Well done, Ray.

 Comment Written 12-May-2024


reply by the author on 12-May-2024
    Sesha, I am so glad you enjoy this one and caught the mood. Thank you so much for your great review, rating and comments. Makes it all worth the while. Ray
Comment from Mark Lovegrove


Hi Ray, i think the abstract painting's vibrant colours and textures stir the imagination, creating a visual feast that reminds me of an Ausie artist who has passed away now named Pro hart. Well done and please keep it up, cheers.

 Comment Written 12-May-2024


reply by the author on 12-May-2024
    It is so nice to hear someone else's appreciation for a studio abstract creation. Thank you for your truly wonderful review, rating and comments. I am so happy your were able to capture the mood of the painting. Ray
Comment from Devonte Baker


This picture reminds me of summer. Thinking of the birds charming, the blue skies, sitting by the lake or ocean. Sitting on the back porch feeling the breeze. Playing with family, friends. This picture is nostalgia and I love it. Thank you for sharing!

 Comment Written 11-May-2024


reply by the author on 11-May-2024
    Devonte, I am so glad this brought back memories for you and I am glad you like it. Thank you for your wonderful review, rating and great comments. Ray
Comment from alaskapat


I have a friend who is just getting into plein air art. I like the position these artists have chosen , it's just so beautiful here! It has a rugged , rocky look with some vegetation growing that adds to the color and textures in this scene.it appears to be a pond there in the front and I like the way it reflects the sky.
This is so very well rendered and I like the vertical format.
It's awesome , Ray! This is truly a pleasure to view,

 Comment Written 11-May-2024


reply by the author on 11-May-2024
    Pat thank you for your wonderful review, rating and comments. i enjoyed doing this one, reminds me of warm summers day. I am so glad you enjoyed it. Ray
Comment from orchidrn


An interesting piece of art that incorporates many beautiful colors. Reminds me of my trip to Arizona last year, as the countryside is very rugged and many of the rocks are red in color.

 Comment Written 10-May-2024


reply by the author on 11-May-2024
    Thank you Michele for your fine review, glad you enjoyed it. Ray
Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn


This is just fantastic. If I could give you 20, I would. Your composition, shades, tones, colors, textures, and subject matter is just beautifully executed. Well done and thank you so much for sharing this lovely piece.!!!

 Comment Written 10-May-2024


reply by the author on 10-May-2024
    You are welcome Maureen, Thank you fr your wonderful review and comments. I am so glad you like it. Ray