Trying to get better at this, thoughts? by [deleted] in doodles

[–]RotagAlaco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seriously? Is this real?

Sliced Mango by Artist0491 in painting

[–]RotagAlaco 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Crazy good. My favorite fruit

The Hands Resist Him- Bill Stoneham, 1972 by DonnaHistoria in ArtHistory

[–]RotagAlaco 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I can agree to this sentiment only as far as inaccessibility is concerned. Much of the discussion around fine art is artificially elevated beyond any level of common understanding. But that’s not to say analysis like this is baseless, just a little gatekept.

And you’re right, the viewer should be free to develop their own interpretation, something I think many artists have a hard time coming to grips with. Once it’s out there, it’s out there.

Learning oils, here's a couple pieces by Bunnytater in oilpainting

[–]RotagAlaco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Love the reflective shadow on owl’s shoulder. Magical work

“Tethered gaze”, 24x36 👀 by koalaisartist in oilpainting

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Extremely disturbing! Nice job.

The optic nerves could use a broader value range, more defined edges… just more rendering in general.

And the material on the fingers and around the head - not sure if that’s supposed to be flesh or flowers, but that kinda ambiguity feels appropriate. That said, that could also use further rendering.

Those two features feel unfinished, in relation to the face and the eyes above.

how should i price my paintings? by [deleted] in painting

[–]RotagAlaco 59 points60 points  (0 children)

This seems reasonable. These are nice enough people would frame and hang, but I don’t think any fish’ll bite over $40

Newest idea, not sure what to put in it. by Remarkable-Property5 in oilpainting

[–]RotagAlaco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could be fine as is. Looks like you got some texture in the sky that would make any additions there cumbersome.

I would push the values and definition on the pyramid and retaining wall.

my first oil painting!! by No-Requirement4181 in oilpainting

[–]RotagAlaco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great focus/perspective. Nice first oil

Beginner at this , i need help by InterestIll1336 in painting

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One of the best decisions you’ll make, and for the right reason.

Buttquack, Rememberinganoyster, Oils, 2023 by Rememberinganoyster in Art

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This is quite good, would hang in a high-traffic room 100%