Jumbo Berries
(12" x 12", oil on canvas)

Strawberries are popular subjects, perhaps because they often speak of a long awaited spring. These were huge berries, making it easier for me to get a really good look at them. I was mindful not to include too much detail when doing the berries, as they quickly lose that fresh appeal if overworked.

I could not make up my mind whether this painting should be a 12" square canvas or a more elongated shape, so I decided to do both. Each canvas shape has it's own dynamic. While a square canvas is usually restful, an elongated shape calls for tension in a composition. Next week you will see my second variation.

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