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The painting is really captivating. The depth and layers create such a rich, engaging composition. The figure in the foreground is especially striking – there’s something about her presence that adds so much to the piece, It’s beautifully done.… Read more
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This is a lovely little painting. There are a lot of areas where I live that are rocky, so it really speaks to me. It has a great sense of place.… Read more
I feel the legacy of watercolor painting in this piece, stylistically. There is something that rings bells from the past yet is very new-looking to me. Very imaginative. There is a dream-like quality that is really engaging.… Read more
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Wonderful color! The burst of the sun creates great light and shadow through the trees. It has echoes of pointillism.
Super texture, nice rough areas with smooth nuanced areas.… Read more
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I really enjoy the color work in this painting. There are some very pretty, lighter colors of the greens that contrast with the brilliant placement of the reds.… Read more
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The use of true pigment colors in here rather than using mixed colors demands the viewer’s attention. The lighting on the lemon itself spotlights it so your eye is drawn to it right away.… Read more
The following paintings were voted for as the “People’s Choice”. They were in first, second, and third place, in the order shown below. A total of 432 votes were cast among 87 paintings.
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Original graphic presentation and skill in execution. This painting reveals the artist’s passionate vision. This artist really meant to paint this—it is definite.
This is a beautiful example of negative shape painting, as well as what to put in and what to take out.… Read more
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Julie’s choice of colors is perfect – an unusual and appealing palette. Everything about this painting works. The overall drafting skill is excellent, the textures are subtle and they unify the piece.… Read more
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For the July Members Show at San Diego Watercolor Society, there were 302 ballots cast for the People’s Choice award. Below are the results for first, second, and a four-way tie for third for this honor.
