Painting-A-Day: December 8, 2006

Yet another ornament for the week - a childhood favourite. We had several of these on the tree, some were from the time when my Mom was little. I think this one is from the early 1950s. I almost recreated that same feeling of excitement about decorating the tree I had, well... 25 years ago, while painting this thing.

Special thanks to M Collier for beautiful artwork that inspires (especially treatment of reflective objects) and for generous advise to push values and pay attention to the composition - I am trying to follow it. I would appreciate any feedback anyone can give me - this is what I miss and need the most: mentorship, critique and guidance from fellow artists and/or art enthusiasts.

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