With so many distractions of late this painting was doomed. I debated long and hard about whether just to focus in on the party having afternoon tea, but the setting of the architecture also had appeal. In the end I regretted my decision as the pediments, columns and cornices just became a labour although I still like the contrast of the greys and whites against the corner of colour with the tea drinkers. Maybe its something to try again when things are a little less hectic. I might even have a go at the tea drinkers without the architecture.
Other more successful café scenes are on my website grahammcquadefineart.com
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Great stuff, Graham, as always! I enjoy how the shadowy wall almost splits the view into two cohesive images. Labour perhaps, but I think the graft on the architecture paid off; your execution of its lighting is marvellous.
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It springs to life right before my eyes. Impressive details, light and contrasts. x
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Oh Graham, this is just plain fun. You captured all that wonderful light and I like studying the people. This one makes me feel happy.
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Thanks, from your, and the other, kind words I might have another go. It wasn’t the right time for me to start this work and it became a chore to finish. But it might be worth another go.
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wow! thats cool!
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