6x6 Oil on Ampersand Gessobord
The January challenge for Some Texas Artists Like To Paint is Cowboy Up. This term originated in the rodeo. When a cowboy was ready to leave the stall it was yelled, "Cowboy Up!" From there it has come to mean that when life is tough, you don't complain and whine, but you pick yourself up and keep going.
This hat reminds me of my grandfather (we called him Dad) who was a rancher in Gustine, Texas. Dad wore a white Stetson (this hat is not a Stetson). He had difficult times in his life. Work was hard and he took his responsibilities seriously. Dad was a respected and loved person. "Cowboy Up" was not in his venacular, but believe me he did "Cowboy Up" every time a problem crossed his path.
I love the simplicity of this one. Also the black and white; it would look stunning in a black frame!
ReplyDeleteWow! Linda I love this and the story behind just enhances it! Wonderful composition:)
ReplyDeleteMany a good man have worn a White Stetson. I love reading about your grandfather. The painting is wonderful and such a great symbol of the west and the western lifestyle.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful whites Linda... and I love the composition!
ReplyDeleteTerrific job on the whites and grays in this painting, Linda.! The texture looks soft, like felt. Very nice.
ReplyDeleteLove the story about your grandfather.
Beautiful hat and remembrance of your grandfather. Love the silky satin ribbon/band that you have on it. Very nicely done.
ReplyDeleteSimple, yet astounding Linda!
ReplyDeletemen used to be so manly...not like the softies we have now..lol. This is a beautiful painting...very strong shapes and subtle whites
ReplyDeleteHats are so hard - you did great! And what a nice testament to 'Dad'.
ReplyDeleteLinda, the painting is beautiful and well done, the story lifts it to a higher level. Thanks, for sharing your feelings of your grandfather. It made me think of my own grandfather who has been gone over 45 years.
ReplyDeleteThis piece is one of your best.
ReplyDeleteI love it!
Wow! Love the cowboy hat. Great subject and so beautifully done!
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