I Never Saw a Purple Cow

I never saw a purple cow.

I never hope to see one.

But I can tell you anyhow

I'd rather see than be one.

-Gelette Burgess

"I Never Saw A Purple Cow," acrylic painting on panel, inspired by a photograph taken by Douglas Nelson (and used with his permission, thank you Doug !!), 6" square, $299 to the first one asking nicely.

Actually, I totally want to be the purple cow. Because that cow creates wonder and makes others smile.

Thanks, as always, for looking at and sharing my artwork,

Kim

ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com

Using Photo References

Because the animals I paint rarely hold their poses long enough in the studio and leave a HUGE mess behind, I rely on photographs for the bulk of my work.

But that doesn't mean that I copy the photos religiously. Nor does it mean I can't take artistic liberties. I freely move things about, taking the essence of the photograph and turning it into a stronger message.

I mean, there's already this way fun photo, so why reproduce it exactly? Why not take it up a level? Or at least try?

That's my thinking, at least.

REMINDER: Don't use other peeps' pics without permission. That's breaking the law!!

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