Saturday, November 21, 2015

The streets are not alive with the sound of music...

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  I photographed (not scanned, that's why it's crude) one of my early architectural pieces for today's www.illustrationfriday.com  City theme. I think I painted this after yet another Zombie attack on the streets of somewhere.  Zombie attacks are of course all too common these days. I hope they never hurt any kittens or puppies on their thoughtless and whining Zombie rampages.  But let's get back to my painting.  It seems deserted, quiet and downright devoid of life. Like the empty streets after an aforementioned attack.   But it is an eager study of Terra cotta tiles.  A personal favorite to paint when I work on fine art pieces.  Something I haven't done enough of lately.  I love to paint old texture, mysterious stairways and archways.   

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B/W

Black and White.  The preferred method of viewing post Zombie zones.  At least in old movies.  :)



11 comments:

SquirrelQueen said...

I'm loving the texture of those terra cotta tiles especially in the B/W version.

Pesky zombies, they really are a pain when trying to mow the lawn or take the dog for a walk. I understand however they are terrified of cats.

DJan said...

Finally a post that is not about FOOD but instead about zombies. I'm certain, Sharon, that you are testing me... :-)

Rita said...

So intricate and detailed! It's really nice, the zombies must all be napping...it looks like siesta time

Cat and DOG Chat With Caren said...

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Cindy D. said...

Wow, this is great! Wonderful angles and those tiles are fantastic. Love the brick too, and the color. Very cool.

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Joreina Blanco said...

I so love the texture. You have a great architectural skills. :)

Pat Tillett said...

VERY nice! takes me back to my architectural drawing class. Of course, nothing I did, EVER even came close to this beauty of yours.

Mary said...

I think that is some great art...love the tip and tilt of buildings as well.

Tweedles -- that's me said...

Wow,,, you are so creative
love
tweedles

Coreopsis said...

But it's SO beautiful and alive with colors and angles. It didn't feel deserted to me....