Begonias

"Begonias"
5" x 7"
Acrylic on canvas panel

In the Wegner Grotto were several tubs of begonias. Perhaps they had nothing to do with the park, but they were there. I felt compelled to paint them in the final moments of the competition, and this is how they turned out. 

I like the composition and the way it turned out, but it was not what they were looking for.  It was fun to paint in about thirty minutes, though.

Carol

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Begonias

"Begonias"
20" x16"
Acrylic on canvas panel 

I haven't had begonias on my front porch in years, but I came across this photo of when I did, so I painted it. I did this one a year or so ago, but hadn't posted it.  I may paint her over again, in oil this time.  She was fun, and I've learned so much since.  

I love to paint light coloured flowers with dark backgrounds. It makes the blossom seem really important. And when you look this good, why not totally become the star?

Carol

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Begonias

"Begonias"
20" x 16"
Oil on wrapped canvas

I wandered through the greenhouse with my camera, looking for flowers I didn't grow myself. I had shot succulents the last visit, so I was looking for color.  Begonias delighted my eyes as I turned the corner. 

I began this painting two years ago, but didn't finish it until this morning. She leaned against a wall in my studio waiting for me to decide if she was worth the effort. She was.

That you visit me regularly... well, it delights me.
Carol

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