Sheila is collecting paintings of things we love, and I love cows! My brother and I stumbled upon this longhorn in Grand Coteau, LA several years ago. She was right beside the road eating grass, but not the grass on her side of the fence, instead she was eating the grass on the other side because, well, you know....
As we photographed her, she did not care to look at us, she was only interested in grazing. We stayed for a long time on the side of the road, at first taking pictures, and then, just silently watching this longhorn lady. We were mesmerized at how she moved and tilted her head in and out of the barbed wire fence, very much aware of the breadth of her horns and never once bumping or touching the fence. I'm glad the grass was definitely greener on the other side of the fence that day or else I would not have the opportunity to watch her very graceful movements, thank you Lady.
Well done, Angela! I can't imagine her negotiating that fence. They are really amazing. I've gained a whole new appreciation for longhorns from your blog and your work!
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful, Angela! Love the composition and colors. Sheila will love it.
ReplyDeleteI love cows too Angela, and this one is great. I'm not sure I'd want to get too close to those horns however, as we don't see them that large up here, but I'm sure she was more interested in her lunch.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and I might add she looks graceful. They are such fabulous animals. Love your piece Angela.
ReplyDeleteGreat job, Angela! I'm sure that Sheila will be mighty pleased.
ReplyDeleteI love the subject of cattle...and longhorns are right at the top of the list!
Angela,I love this piece. Colors are great.
ReplyDeleteI am sure that Sheila gonna love it..
The movement, shadows and colour are what I like here. But my love of cows is just endless anyway and this is a special piece. I wish they had long horned ones here, I love the movement in the horns. Great piece, Angela!
ReplyDeleteYour brushwork echos the movement of the horn Angela, well done!
ReplyDeleteI could swear I already posted a comment on this -- how strange! Okay so I will repeat that I love cows and you've created a beauty here. Funny, I remember referring to her as Lady in my comment. It must have gone into some kind of internet black hole!
ReplyDeleteAngela, seeing your work up close and personal, I am amazed at how you can capture detail, essence and the general feel of the subject in simple, masterful strokes. Just super again, Angela dear.
ReplyDeleteWonderful subject, Angela! I love your fluid brushstrokes - perfection!
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