high-light

A gondola serenade ride seemed a little touristy and a bit corny to me, but

fortunately I signed up anyway. The ride down the Grand Canal at sunset

was the high light of my trip. I’ve tried to “paint” and express in tone the

impression of this romantic place and time. Comments and critique

welcome.

Wayne,

  Wow....breathtaking scene with amazing colors, lighting & composition.  Into my favorite's this one goes.  Thanks for sharing.  Take care, Patsy

A very powerful and original interpretation of a classic scene. Your shot is just packed with atmosphere. Excellent Best wishes William

Thanks, Jalili, Patsy, Grigoriy, Kallol and William.  Your comments and critique are greatly appreciated.

I really like the composition and the atmosphere, great colours and perspective. I do wonder about the patch of light towards the end of the boat to the left, was this deliberately painted in?  Very well done!

Best Regards

Alf

A beautiful image indeed!

thanks, Alf & Tony.  you caught me, Alf. That light bothers me too.

Yes, Alf, that light was deliberate. (Seemed like a good idea at the time)

Beautiful work Wayne. Your painterly skills are very admirable. I love these ones of the Gondolas. I understand what Alf means about the 'light' but that aside, it is still very beautiful.

Warm regards, Gail

Thanks, Gail.  I appreciate you and Alf commenting on the light.  That's what artists are suppose to do for each other.

Interesting lighting and viewpoint. Sort of gets you "in the middle of the scene".

Nice one.

Thanks for commenting, Doug.  You hit on a theme I am trying - to show Venice up-close and personal.  

Such a marvelous treatment you've given this Venetian scene. I like it!

-r-

Thanks, Raymond.