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January 22
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Jan 22, 2013, 8:45:48 PM
Digital Camera FinePix S8000fd Ver1.00
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:icongeorgiahorsepainter:
Charcoal Drawing
18" x 24"

Reference Photography by JoLee Willis
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Finished 1/22/2013

Accepted in the "FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS" Juried Art Competition, Cumming, GA - April 2013
Accepted in the "MARCH INSPIRATION" Juried Art Competition, Atlanta, GA - March 2013
Sold May 3rd, 2013

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:iconjordyntook:
what you drew is absolutely astounding! the attention you have to small details like the muscle diffinition is a true talent! the hair on the mane and tail are almost perfect as well as the sand being kicked up around it. the shading and lighting contrast that you did on this picture are great and very realistic in my thoughts. are you wiling to do a request because i would love one after seeing this work of art :) i feel very free in fact when i look at this drawing and i think i will be following you after this critique
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:iconlapis-lazuri:
Masterfully done equine drawing.

The detail and shading are exquisite, very realistic but not to the point where they'd lose the artistic look to excessive photorealism. There is an enjoyable contrast between the highlights and the dark areas - the forms are well defined, the muscles are clearly visible which shows the tension of movement. The mane and tail are excellently drawn, I like how they wave and blend with the background to complete the dynamic feeling.
As for the background itself, it's better than the original, it creates the feeling the horse is running through mists and dustclouds, which makes the scene much more dramatic.

The one big drawback which I see is the composition of the piece. It feels somehow "floating" - the horse is not in the center (which is seldom a good decision) but not positioned by the 1/3 rule either and considering the lack of other objects around it, this stands out. Also, it's feet need more space underneath, even though they are not entirely visible. The viewer subconsciously "completes" them and then the horse "falls out" from the picture.

Technically, the drawing is truly excellent, and I consider a better composition would have turned it into a masterpiece.
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Mood: Affection ~Magnolianna Jun 11, 2013  New member Professional Photographer
Astounding!
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Mood: Anger *GeorgiaHorsepainter 6 days ago  Professional Traditional Artist
That is very kind of you!
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:iconrufinator:
This is fantastic!:D I love the shadows and lighting! it looks so realistic!:D I've always loved your horse artworks!
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Mood: Joy *GeorgiaHorsepainter May 20, 2013  Professional Traditional Artist
Thanks for the very kind words!! I also love this image... it has been sold and when the new owner took it, I was honestly saddened. But, that is why we create! So, thank you so much again! :heart:
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:iconrufinator:
Your very welcome! :D
That's brilliant!
aww it is sad to give away beautiful pieces but I bet they thought it was fantastic!:D and no problem:heart:!
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Mood: Joy *GeorgiaHorsepainter May 20, 2013  Professional Traditional Artist
:heart:
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~KiraArts Apr 26, 2013  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
Stormy :) The light is brillant
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*GeorgiaHorsepainter Apr 26, 2013  Professional Traditional Artist
Thank you so much!
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:iconmiss-a-sketches:
Well, there goes my fav horse arist blowin' me "Into the Wind" again....lol. Lovely as always! :D
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*GeorgiaHorsepainter Feb 21, 2013  Professional Traditional Artist
Thank you my friend! Your words are always my treasure! :heart:!
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