I've been doing a lot of abstract painting lately, extremely abstract. No brush, no paint, no canvas, I just think about it. Stephen Wright

Sunday, March 27, 2011

Havana Rain

Havana Rain by Michael Mitchener
Havana Rain, a photo by Michael Mitchener on Flickr.

Based on a photograph taken by my talented friend Louise on her recent trip to Havana, Cuba. I normally look to one of my photographs as a source when painting but this month I wasn't feeling particularly inspired by anything on hand. I remembered some amazing images that Louise had captured on her trip to Havana and I particularly loved her photograph of an afternoon rain storm on a street in the city. This image became the basis for my monthly contribution in a year of painting. Thanks Louise. Check out Louise's full Havana collection on flickr, you'll want to book a flight to Cuba soon after. See you in April.

"Havana Rain"
Oil on Masonite
9" x 12"

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4 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    I love that this is a wonderful painting by someone whose work I admire, but it's based on the photography of another friend whose work I admire. What an irresistible combo.

    Missy

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  2. Michael G. MitchenerMarch 28, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Thanks Missy!

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  3. ErinMarch 31, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    This is really lovely. Gorgeous movement to the piece. I'm looking forward to a show of your paintings... :)

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  4. Michael G. MitchenerApril 2, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Thanks for a great comment Erin.

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