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02-22-2012, 10:50 AM
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A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Hello. Below are a few plein airs from the last two weeks.
oil on panel, 11x14
oil on panel, 8x10
oil on panel, 11x14
I needed a studio easel, and being short on funds these days, I put one together out of scrap wood laying around the garage. I was inspired by the gothic Colmar cathedral that houses the Grunewald altarpiece.
C&C welcome, thanks.
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02-22-2012, 01:19 PM
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canada
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Nice stuff Jerry. I really like the one of UofT, that's just right around my corner!! You caught it well!!
Solid work on that easel too.. damn, that looks sturdy!
Cheers, Mike
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02-23-2012, 12:26 AM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Nice work--the paintings & the easel!!!  |
02-23-2012, 07:03 AM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Very impressive work, wonderful renditions,
The easel looks strong and very professional
Great job on all accounts
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02-23-2012, 05:20 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Thanks, Michael. Yeah, that U of T scene has been on my plein air radar for awhile. The problem is that the sun rises directly into the eyes at this angle. Very difficult to even see the details let alone guess at the colours. I may give this another shot, but in the afternoon.
Thank you, Wendy!
Thanks for your kind words, Bruce. The easel was a fun project. I didn't want to spend a dime on the wood for it, just scrounged around the garage. I did have to buy the hardware- screws, deadbolts (for the height adjustment) and casters, but I figure I got an easel that could have cost $150-$300 for less than forty.
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02-23-2012, 06:11 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Great paintings and a super easel. Congrats!
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I cannot pretend to feel impartial about colors. I rejoice with the brilliant ones and am genuinely sorry for the poor browns. --
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02-24-2012, 06:23 AM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Nice looking works here Jerry both the oils and wood! good luck and thanks,greg
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02-24-2012, 12:27 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Thank you, Jo!
Thanks for the encouraging words, Greg!
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02-24-2012, 12:51 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Nice easel! what a great way to make use of scrap wood. It's going to look even better when there is paint plattered on it over time =)
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02-24-2012, 10:21 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Exquisite work, Jerry!!
Good job on the easel as well.
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02-25-2012, 09:40 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Thanks, It scout.
Thank you, Randy!
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02-26-2012, 11:10 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Impressive cityscapes, and I always enjoy seeing other painters' home made equipment, too.
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02-27-2012, 11:20 AM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Wow, thats a great easel. I'm really impressed.
Have fun, Dave
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02-27-2012, 09:07 PM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
I like them all! But I especially like the drive-in. It has been a long time since I have been to or even seen one of them. Your painting brings back memories.
Your easel is really nice too. It looks like it is going to serve you well!
Squeaky
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03-01-2012, 08:14 AM
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Re: A few recent paintings, and a homemade easel
Thanks, James. I like to see homemade gear, too.
Thank you, mfm.
Thank you, Squeaky! This drive in was opened in 2000 and is very popular. I took my twelve year old daughter last summer. A very odd experience for her, a lot of fun! Maybe they'll make a comeback?
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