Monday, 8 March 2010
Doodles in the woods
A couple of friends were good enough to say of my March 2 doodles that they would like to see some examples that were not doodles. In fact, I fear they all are. I have neither the ability nor the equipment to be able to visualise the effect I want and then go get it. Doodling is what I do. Sometimes an effect will suggest something and I will try to follow it or enhance it or whatever to see where it leads, but it always begins with doodling. However, there are degrees of doodling, I suppose, so here, for what they are worth and without initial comment, three of my more focussed "doodles" - and one original photograph.
Enchanted Wood
Encounter in the Wood
Bare Trees
Autumn Trees
Fantastic, Dave. I love the originals, but your doodles work even better.
ReplyDeleteNice! I agree with Elisabeth.
ReplyDeletei love the 'bare trees'
ReplyDeleteHi Dave what sumptious "doodles". I especially love the first one the lush green really makes it for me
ReplyDeleteAutumn Trees has definitely got a portal to another dimension in the centre...
ReplyDeleteLove the Enchanted wood doodle.
ReplyDeleteCS
Encounter in the wood.
ReplyDeleteFascinating
JF
Hi Dave,
ReplyDeleteThese are all great but I particularly like Autumn trees and Enchanted Wood.
Definitely there is a style. My stuff is really doodling and mostly mistakes. These do say something about how you see t he world.
ReplyDeletebeautiful that is the only word i have to say :) simply beautiful
ReplyDeletePerhaps the only difference between a doodle and a piece of art is our own attitude. unique and beautiful, Dave... Beautiful is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSo there, too! I guess we all told YOU!
autumn trees... inspiring.. liked the haiku on oscar too.. :)
ReplyDeletenice blog!
Ooo, nice. I especially like the last one, Dave.
ReplyDeleteAutumn trees is stunning.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely an art form of its own, this doodling.
ReplyDeleteThose are quite the "doodles," though I would actually call them "art."
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure I call thoose "doodles." They look like pretty complete pieces to me. I enjoy each one in a different way.
ReplyDeleteThe luminosity of the being in the woods is very eerie.
Very cool- If I knew how I could spend hours doing that sort of thing!
ReplyDeleteCompliments to you, Dave. I'd like a wall size version of one of these to live with and metaphorically walk into now and then.
ReplyDeleteElisabeth
ReplyDeleteThanks - but Bare Trees the only original. Enchanted Wood is itself a doodle.
Karen
Thanks Karen
Shadow
Actually, so do I - I have used it several times now, in different ways.
Gwei
That's interesting. I doodled Encounter in the Woods partly because I was disappointed with Enchanted Wood, so that's a useful observation. Thanks .
jinksy
Thanks junksy. I have a soft spot for that one.
Carl
Much thanks - commen ts made to Gwei apply.
The Turning Point
Much appreciated. Thanks.
Derrick
Again, as above. Gratyeful for the comment.
Tabor
Again, an interesting comment and helpful, for which I am very grateful
simply me
Welcome and thanks.
Jeannette
I think there is a lot of truth in that, though some would argue otherwise, I guess. Thanks again for a much appreciated comment.
Mantangi Mawley
Welcome to my blog and much than ks for taking time out to comment. All commen ts very much appreciated.
willow
Many thanks willow.
Rachel
Glad you like that one - my favourite!
Kass
Maybe I should cash in on that, then. Fame at last!
Fragrant Liar
Hi and welcome. Bless you for that!
Ronda
Thanks Ronda. The luminosity was achieved by three (very slightly) overlapping and semi transparent "pastes" of the figure.
Linda Sue
It's not rocket science and the programmes didn't break the bank. I did absolutely just play, especially at the beginning - which is why I call them doodles. Back then it was mainly to get familiar with the software.
jack
Welcome to the blog. I don't think the resolution would stan d up to wall size, b ut I like the walking into bit. Grateful for the comment.
These are gorgeous, Dave.
ReplyDeleteEnchanted Wood-oh...it feels as though some luminous being might pop out from behind a tree! Wow factor, Dave.
ReplyDeleteWhat a palate the graphics programs offer. My partner Emma manipulates Photoshop with all the savoir faire of one who has been using it since its first tentative form. And she was impressed with these so that further validates my admiration for them!
ReplyDeleteConda
ReplyDeleteThanks for the kind words, Conda.
Dorraine
Welcome and mt thanks to you for stoppinf by to comment.
Dick
I really appreciate that, but somewhat envy your partner her Photoshop. One day I shall have to fork out for it. I know I will, but... ah, well.
My first visit to your blog and am in love with your doddles :)
ReplyDeleteDave, these are REALLY beautiful! Definitely not doodles in my opinion!
ReplyDeleteFelicitas
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting and for the comment. Much appreciated.
Nikki
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the blog. Many thanks for visiting and for stopping by to comment.Hope to see you again.
Wow, sir!
ReplyDeleteDelightful distinctive doodles for our delectation.
ReplyDeleteLove these images.
ReplyDeleteamazing work....
ReplyDeleteCloudia
ReplyDeleteI can't recall when I was last wowed! Thanks.
Susie
Thanks for that.
readingsully2
Good of you to say so, thanks.
Ali
Welcome and thanks
The road not taken...
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