Niagara Falls

I just completed this piece (24"x30") in time for my sister Judith to bring it home with her to Seattle (USA) on Sept 13, 2011. "Phew! I literally 'marathon' through it within 2 months compare to my previous piece (Niagara Falls) that took me 4+months to complete."

I do not like to paint the same thing again but this is exceptional because Judith wanted a "Niagara Falls", so, I did it. The two paintings (although from the same photo) did not turn out exactly the same because this is art and is not a print or a photocopy.

Now, I will go back to paint the two pelicans (entitled "Loving couples") which I stopped because I need to finish this one. The "loving couples" will be a wedding gift for my beloved niece Kathy & husband-to-be. Lately, I seem to be painting gifts for people who are special to me. To me, such gift is invaluable and meaningful...it carries my very personal touch.

Reflection

I started this piece (oil-painting) on 13 Dec 2010 and then stopped after 1&half month because of Chinese New Year and other matters I need to handle at home. So, it just sat there for a while....until 21 June, 2011 when I resumed my painting. Alas! "Reflection" (also known as "Serenity") was completed on 28 June 2011.

The reflection here is not like a mirror. This reflection can be a bit distorted because of the constant movement of the water that is alive. This gives life to Reflection with its beauty and serenity.

This picture of red Swiss chalets sitting at the lake with a back-drop of mountain is taken from none other than scenic Switzerland.

I am going to enjoy "Reflection" as much as I can now because soon in October it will be migrating to Melbourne....as a gift to my cousin who lives in Australia.

Please tune in for my next painting.....while you enjoy my "Reflection".