Saturday, March 28, 2009

Illustration Friday – Poise


I finished this piece not too long ago. It's called "Waiting for the Flood." The two women show great poise, even in the eventuality of something disastrous coming. This is in honor of those who have gone through hurricanes, hunger, losing jobs, adversity – and are still able to show poise, grace, faith and strength. Sorry the photo isn't better – I just couldn't seem to get a nice, bright shot of this one.

26 comments:

krisztina maros said...

so beautiful colors and mood! love it.

Roberta said...

They do look brave!
Lovely work...

Coreopsis said...

Lovely textures. I clicked on it to enlarge it. Actually, I love the textures in all your pieces I've seen.

ale balanzario said...

Very nice work!!! love all the details.

Anonymous said...

Wow great work! Is this fabric? There is such a calmness about the illustration. Wonderful job.

nerosunero said...

so enjoable!!!! wonderful

Anonymous said...

Beautiful and very topical indeed!
Thanks for your comment.

ArtSparker said...

I like this very much...there is a story to go with it I think.

Bjornik said...

This is a great illustration Valerie. I love the patterns going on in the boat, the leaves and in their clothes. I wish I could see a brighter version of this one.

RED! said...

There is something about this picture that captures my attention. Such feeling... Love it!

Rosalia Lerner said...

Beautiful work and concept,
and lovely details!!!

Katie said...

really wonderful,love it.

Asja said...

beautiful detailed work! i love the textures, as well!

valerie walsh said...

a beautiful tribute!

Bella Sinclair said...

Fantastic! They stand as tall and straight as those trees. The mosaic boat is absolutely marvelous!

tippachat said...

wow

I like your work very much.

love colours,love details ,...

cheer!!!

INDIGENE said...

The textures are amazing and so Klimt-like!

Anonymous said...

very lovely! sorta reminds me of one of my fave artists, klimt :-)

Faruffa said...

this is wonderful, love how you use colors and pattern!!!

M G said...

Love this piece. Great textures and lovingly detailed.

Nicky Linzey said...

Beautiful colours and patterns - great idea for the theme. Enjoyed your writing too.

justdoodleit said...

very nice and calm. Reminds me of Klimt.

Jujululu said...

Beautiful piece! It really evokes a mood of mystery. I always love your patterns and detail. I must also mention that I love, love, love your piece for "Legendary" the colors are beautiful.

MAJA said...

Hi Valerie! I am so happy you left a comment on my blog, it made me check out yours and I absolutely LOVE YOUR WORK!!! I'll be adding it to my faves for sure!!

Valerie Lorimer said...

Thanks so much everybody for all the nice comments! I have so enjoyed visiting all your blogs - so glad we've found each other.

Nicola said...

Beautiful! I have a soft spot for emotive pieces.
: )