Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Ancient Bridge


oil on panel, 16x16"

We were lucky enough to spend a month in China 2 years ago; what an amazing place and civilization. There were so many highlights to the trip, but one of the things I liked everywhere was the sense of permanence, the simple age of things. How many generations of people have crossed this bridge?

6 comments:

Jill Zaheer said...

Terry,
This painting is stunning. The water flowing under the bridges and the colors of the bricks and tree leaves and branches are just amazing. What a beautiful post! Jill

Terry Rafferty said...

Thanks Jill! It was alot of fun figuring out how to paint all the different parts.

Paz said...

A whole month? Wow! You must have seen and done a lot.

Nice painting. I love the reflections on the water.

Paz

Terry Rafferty said...

Hi Paz - yes, a whole month, it was an incredible experience. Still, its a Huge country, and so much we didn't see. Would love to go back again someday.

Seth said...

Another brilliant painting. I love how you have captured the reflections, movement and lighting of the water,

Peggy Montano & Paintings said...

Terry, I appreciated that you came to my blog and left your comment.
Your work is beautiful and after seeing it, I feel great that you said my "cars turned out great. :-)