The painting was done in acrylic's and pastel onto a rough surface. The pastel was held to the painting by spraying on acrylic medium and letting it set. The layers of paint, pastel and medium are overlaid until the required effect is achieved. The subject was conceived from early morning painting expeditions while the bluebells were having there annual show. Early morning light in the woods is amazing, and magical. Painting size 24 x 18 inches.
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artistinthecountry 14 Aug 2009
absolutely beautiful, breathtakingMichael Easter 03 Apr 2009
Man alive - you have the ability to just transport some one to a whole serene place in time!Julie Mayser 21 Aug 2006
A delightful scene.... you are right, early morning light is magical! It was interesting to hear of your pastel/acrylic medium technique! Have you continued down this lane, and does it eliminate the need for glass on pastel paintings?Lucia Stewart 17 Jun 2006
You have a wonderful style!Carliss Mora 22 May 2006
A lane, that's paved with luscious beauty. Good piece, John.Charlotte Ottilo 18 May 2006
Another beautifully color painting!...I would to come on your walks ....you live in a such a lovely area!!Loredana 15 May 2006
Fantastic i was away when you posted these what awesome work :)Marty Yokawonis 11 Apr 2006
the colors didn't gray out at all the feeling of light is really intense the painting vibrates!Alberto D'Assumpcao 31 Mar 2006
Fabulous colours, John! Fantastic composition!Vera Harned 30 Mar 2006
Beautiful!Vivian Allen 29 Mar 2006
Fantastic sunny day for a walk along the shady path! This is gorgeous!Christina Langman 27 Mar 2006
What a uniqe angle... it's so creative. Wonderful use of two mediums. Neat!Richard Finnell 26 Mar 2006
Great work John I can feel the grass beneath my feet it is that good.Jerry 25 Mar 2006
So lovely!Christine brand 25 Mar 2006
Like a lovely lady inviting romance to take a stroll with her through quiet light...I love your splashes of sun and rich emerald greens...Excellent style for this scene...such a tender looking place...lingers in the light of love...I can see you enjoy the forest...and wild things, John...your soul is in every brush stroke...Very unigue setting and composing too. It is great to have you back in the fold!!! Lots of love to you...Sincerely CBElizabeth Stringer 25 Mar 2006
The sunlit flowers and pathway are wonderful! Is this based on anywhere I might know John?Terry Harris 25 Mar 2006
So beautiful that I wish I was there to see it! Just lovely work!edem jimbo 24 Mar 2006
very nice,i love the highlights,the shadows and the feel of the paintingNira Dabush 24 Mar 2006
What a MARVELOUS SENARIO,Jhon...as always such warm lighting...relaxing and peaceful..i wish i was there right now :-)Reba McDonald 24 Mar 2006
Beautifully done John.stephanie atlee 24 Mar 2006
This is so magical...lovely workHanna Stawska 24 Mar 2006
Excellent work again! Beautiful light!Mrs.David Jobes(Dee) Jobes 23 Mar 2006
Beautiful Fine Art!!!Timothy Hughes 23 Mar 2006
Very nice paintingJoke Schotting 23 Mar 2006
Very beautiful work,John!!!!!!!thea walstra 23 Mar 2006
Beautiful light, colors and imagery. Marvellous work JohnAnonymous Guest 23 Mar 2006
Nice dreamy qualityChristy LaRoy 23 Mar 2006
Very beautiful, the angle of purple Irises is great with the gold glow background, you did a great job.C DeMaio 23 Mar 2006
Beautiful texture, ligthing and colours!Pat Abbott 23 Mar 2006
Very lovely, I could duck under one of those trees and take a nap.corry stuart 23 Mar 2006
very nice work I like it JohnAnalua 23 Mar 2006
Fascinating beauty in this work John!!!! Bright colors and use of light!!!Nelly van Nieuwenhuijzen 23 Mar 2006
elegant and beautiful work! the shadows and the atmosphere are marvellous!!Emily Reed 23 Mar 2006
A wonderful painting!