Say Aaah

"Say Aaah" 8" x 8" Oil on hardboard

"Scarlet Aria," a cousin of "Say Aaah" was posted on 7/22/11. She is many times larger than "Aaah" here. Although her color is red, the message is the same—these gals can warble!  

I have had my share of sore throats, usually accompanied by fever, but despite my crabbiness, I've always giggled at the request to "Say Aaah." Who originated that?  Mothers or doctors? Why can't we just open our throats without making a sound?

Thank you for opening up to me today.
Carol

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Party Peony

"Party Peony" 24" x 36" Oil on wrapped canvas

She cupped the stamens in the hollow of her bowl, like confetti about to be tossed.

Once the darks were established in the corners, I sponged layer upon layer of color toward the center of this full-blown peony.  I connected the petals without regard to the interior goings on.  Then once the architecture was correct, I began brushing one stroke at a time to create the "celebration."  The addition of Radiant Turquoise on the stamen tips added life to the party.

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Thank you for visiting,

Carol