[Cyn Neely]

Acrylic on canvas - 24" x 36"

[David Rosenthal]

Cyn,

More good stuff. The colors are to die for. I wonder what we'd notice if we could compare it side by side with the exact same view rendered 36x24. I suspect I'd like this better, but something makes me want the view to be wider. I think, though, that that is what gives energy to the piece to complement the serenity of the setting, if that makes sense.

David R.

[Cyn Neely]

yes it makes sense because it is well known by painters and other artists that using an aspect that is taller than wide adds energy and drama while a horizontal view is calming, The ground choice is as important as the image when it comes to art, IMO.

I had this drawn out in the horizontal aspect as well but definitely preferred this. This is an incredible cirque (a hard won hike) and I wanted the mountains to feel close up and very tall. They felt more distant in the horizontal sketch - but yes more tranquil

thanks for stopping in and commenting. I am glad you appreciate it