Friday, July 18, 2014

In the jungle, the mighty jungle-WIP

I am late posting today - but finally had a chance to take a picture of my baby rhino.  Stepping way out of my comfort zone - but loving the process - I am using decidedly non rhino colors on this cute little guy.  When I was looking for pictures of rhinos, I discovered how extensive rhino poaching is.  Some of the pictures just broke my heart.  So I'm thinking that I might do a series of endangered animals.

This baby is far from done - but I am starting to see something happening and I am liking it.  I have always wanted to be more free with color, but this is the first time I have attempted anything like this.

Linking up to Paint Party Friday - thank you Eva and Kristin!  Go take a look at all the art work - it's inspiring.  Have a blessed and creative weekend.

28 comments:

  1. Love your colorful baby rhino. And yes, it is so sad that poaching is going on.

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    1. Thanks Faye - sorry I don't always reply to comments - I try to get around to everyone on the PPF list and by that time I am done!!!! I so appreciate each and every comment I receive.

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  2. Yes it is very sad about poaching. Your rhino is just lovable. It will be great to see your series of endangered animals. Go Rhino!! I once had my RE License in an office called Rhino Realty. The broker there was so in love with rhinos. Have a great day.

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  3. That tenderness! I also want to join the fight against poachers! wonderful colors!

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    1. It is so sad - actually horrifying to see what the poachers do - they will take the horns and leave the rhino alive - he might as well be dead since he can no longer protect himself.

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  4. This is lovely! Your experimenting with colors looks great so far, and looking forward to seeing more!

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  5. I LOVE him! Such personality--I want to look into his eyes and hug him. Your use of color is extraordinary.

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    1. Grown rhinos are not really cuddly - magnificent perhaps. But babies of any species have their own special charm!

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  6. He is one precious little dude. I love the idea of making a statement through your artwork, so I praise you for speaking up for endangered animals. Blessings!

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    1. When I looked for rhino photos - I came across horrifying pics of poached adults - they just take the horns and sometimes leave them alive - they have no way of defending themselves and won't be welcomed into any herd. So sad

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  7. I love your baby Gina! The animals are much endangered by poachers, good that you are calling attention to it. Valerie

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    1. Rhinos are not exactly "cute" animals - but the babies are really precious. The adults are God's magnificent creations though and poaching is just horrible.

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  8. Great motion and coloring your rhino! We have some wonderful animals in danger on our planet.

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    1. Thanks so much Susan - their greatest enemy is man who takes away their habitats (luckily many are protected now) and poach these magnificent creatures for their horns

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  9. Oh this is wonderful and a great idea for a series!! Can't wait to see it finished!

    Hugs Giggles

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  10. He is already looking cute! It's heartbreaking to hear about endangered animals.

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    1. Thanks Christine - and it is heartbreaking - this is meant to celebrate these wonderful creations of God

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  11. So sweet, i love the colours you have used :)

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  12. He is adorable! And the colors suit him wonderfully. :)

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    1. Thanks so much - I have been trying to break out of my color comfort zone

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  13. I love the rhino! Sort of mysterious looking. People will do any old bollocks to make a living innit, no matter who or what it harms. Welcome to the market economy

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  14. aaaawwww I love this painting. Well done
    Nicole/Beadwright

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    1. Thanks Nicole - will have completed him this week.

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  15. Is this pastel? You did a great job with this... love the colours - especially the blue lines in there. xx

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    1. Pauline - I have used everything here - acrylic paint - oil pastels and Pan Pastels. I love using different mediums - they all have different effects.

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