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On the Other Side 2024

A view across the water

11 total reviews 
Comment from Shadow catcher


For me, on the other side of 2024, I want to look back and focus on all the positive things that happened, everything bright, cheery, happy, and try not to dwell on the negative. I like the colors you have used, I look across the river and see Spring awakening the earth with it's glorious colors, and see a row of trees along the shore in full bloom, all reflected in the water, hoping this is an indication of what lays ahead for us all in the new year. Best wishes for a happy, healthy New Year, Ray!

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 01-Jan-2025
    LeeAnn I love water features and with this painting I am welcoming the blossoms of spring along the banks of a swift moving stream and its reflection in the bright sun light. I am so glad you enjoy this, it was very spontaneous and you read it like a book. Thank you for you rwonderful review, rating and your lovely description. Happy New Year. Ray
Comment from MKFlood


colorful abstract. the depth is good. the details is good. the shading is great. the blend of the colors is great. the shape and design is balanced and eye interesting to the viewer. creative approach and great job overall.

 Comment Written 31-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 31-Dec-2024
    Mark, thank you for your wonderful review, Glad you like it. Ray
Comment from orchidrn


Ray, I try to see what you are conveying in your art, but sometimes it escapes me. The colors and motion are there, but I don't see the connection to the title. help me out here.

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 31-Dec-2024
    Michele, this one is easy If you walk down a path adjacent to a river or a stream and you looked across the river or stream, what would you see? The other side and that is the whole story. A lot of my work has to do with looking at water, I grew up with water. There are several levels you can see in my work .Things to observe to appreciate are the different colors, shapes, palette strokes, repetition ... all this is seeing and experiencing art. How did I do?? Ray
Comment from Jewell McChesney


Oh Ray. Here is one of your abstracts that have me looking longer to see if there is something hidden or a deeper meaning but nope. That's ok.
I like the green and orange complimentary to each other here.
Frankly, regarding your title, my thoughts on the other side of 24, is that I hope it is easier to navigate. I know that every year brings me new experiences and always some lessons. I dust my feet of the muck and mire and look to the Light, hoping my new tools and knowledge are beneficial in whatever comes in '25! Time to thrive in 25! Hoping your New Year bings more Love, Joy and peace to you!

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    Jewell thank you for this wonderful review and congratulations on your position, so nice to see. Nothing is hidden, you are looking at the other side. all the best to you and your family the new year is upon us, Happy New Year. Ray
Comment from suffolkbrian


Not to sure about the title as can,t see the concept as maybe you intended it to be,vibrant yes and abstract yes again,but am struggling a bit with the title...Brian

 Comment Written 30-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 30-Dec-2024
    Brian thank you for your fine review. My suggestion, Don't worry about titles. It is meant to be a pleasing and entertaining piece. Ray
reply by suffolkbrian on 30-Dec-2024
    you are welcome
Comment from soulfeeder


I love the layers of warm colors. I gives me hope that the other side of 2024 will be bright and filled with joyous days. The white splashes made me think of the soothing sound of the ocean waves and splashes. A pretty uplifting piece, Ray. Excellent choice of happy colors.

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
    Nieves, Just a meandering water feature among other things. I am glad you feel the buzz. Happy New Year. Ray
Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn


This is very pretty Ray. Love your composition, sheets, tones, colors, and textures. Extremely well done. Thank you for sharing this wonderful piece!

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
    Thank you Maureen foryou wonderful review I am glad you like it. Ray
Comment from Kathy Banich


This abstract stirs my imagination and brings to mind "Energy or Static Electricity" with the bands of white that interrupt my perception of the status quo. Happy New Year, Ray. Here's hoping 2025 is great!

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
    Kathy thank you for your wonderful review and kind words. I am glad you like it. Ray
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan


One of the remarkable aspects of abstract art is its versatility. It can be vibrant and energetic or tranquil and contemplative, making it suitable for any mood or space. You evoke all these qualities in your paintings. This one is no exception. Well done!

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 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
    Sesha Thank you for your wonderful review and constant support and the page turns. Happy New Year. Ray
Comment from shore1inspire.


very interesting as i dc it to see more flow as the bank material look going the other way but your reflection shown must take some time as you bring your craft 4 all to see.
Thank You.

 Comment Written 29-Dec-2024


reply by the author on 29-Dec-2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review, rating and comments. I am glad you likee it. Ray