Monday, July 16, 2007

To the Mother Ship


"To the Mother Ship" (6x8") Oil on Wood Panel
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15 comments:

Cara said...

These last two paintings are wonderful. I love the color choices.

Don Gray said...

Todd, I feel you're really going somewhere with these recent paintings. This is a terrific, iconic image. Everything in the image seems essential. Wonderful Hopper-like simplicity and solidity to the forms.

Helen Read said...

Todd, these are really great... they work so well, artistically - and tell an interesting story too!

Todd Bonita said...

Thanks so much, really. I'm enjoying painting them and including the figure to help tell the story. I did a few more drawings while I was cruising down this road, I hope to turn them into paintings.
All my best to you all.
Todd

Cooper Dragonette said...

These two paintings are fantastic Todd. The figure is a nice addition to your work. I especially like "To the Mother Ship"--maybe because I've always thought standing while sculling a dinghy was cool. Great light too. Rock on.

Cara said...

Todd - Your comment on my blog have prompted me to add to mine. I do love these paintings. Your vantage point (or the viewers vantage point) is a wonderful decision on your part. Also, in my first comment I wanted to mention the calm darkness but I was afraid it would sound negative - but I mean it exactly the opposite - there is a peacefulness in the depth of your colors. Great work.

Robin Weiss said...

This painting caught my eye as soon as I saw it on DP. Very well thought composition, with beautiful contrasts and compliments!

Anonymous said...

Simply stunning - I'm so in awe of your talents, my friend. I need to invest in an original Bonita soon! Bravo - well done - can't wait to check out your next creation in this series...

Todd Bonita said...

A thousand thank yous! Seriosly, you guys rock.
Todd

Madison Moore said...

FANTASTIC! Another great piece by a wonderful artist.

m collier said...

A wonderful narrative painting -- the fade of the deep water to the shallows is beautifully painted. The orange of the overalls and the blue of the water makes for an visually rich focal point. Sooo Nice !!!

Abbie said...

Hi Todd! Hope all is well in the southern part of the state! Your paintings amaze me everytime I visit..
Gorgeous!
:) Abbie

Abbie said...

Hi Todd! Hope all is well in the southern part of the state! Your paintings amaze me everytime I visit..
Gorgeous!
:) Abbie

Anonymous said...

Todd,
Awesome job on these boat paintings. love the blue water and the reflections in 'trapper' are spot on.
Well done!
Kay

Todd Bonita said...

Thanks again and again. I'm looking forward to finishing this next one, it's almost done..(Been busy changing diapers). Hey Abbie, I'll be in your neck this weekend, North Conway, I hope to sneak in some plein air. Happy painting to you all.
Todd