by Keiko Tanabe on 2/1/2009 2:54:26 PM
 Paris Café XIV
It was a chilly day for the summertime in Paris, even drizzling from time to time. When I was walking to search for painting ideas in the neighborhood of Montmartre, nobody was out on this narrow street. Under the overcast sky, gray buildings standing on both sides suddenly felt like lifeless giants. I was cold and couldn't feel inspired enough for some reason. I thought a nice warm bowl of soupe à l'oignon (onion soup) wouldn't be a bad idea on a day like this. I decided to go to the end of the street to see the windmill and leave. It was at that time this couple appeared from around the corner. That moment was my inspiration for this painting. Do you feel l'amour in the air?
Paris Café XIV Click here for a larger image of this painting. Media: original watercolor Image Size: 9.5 x 7.5 in Mat Size: 14 x 11 in (mat color: off-white) Purchase: Sold Click here to see other paintings in my Paris Café Collection.
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5 Responses to Paris Café XIV, French Landscape Painting
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What can I say...You have a wonderful way of getting at the heart of inspiration...as thay say Keiko....you've found your groove!
Atmosphere and it's many facets is definitely your Muse...I wish for you always the best, and Bravo Lady!! What do you do for an encore ?
God Bless.
Pat
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You're quite welcome ! I was just teasing about the "Encore"...I love all your paintings..in fact I can't wait to see what you've done next!!
My oldest daughter paints in watercolor the same way you do...I wish I could, but my drafting background won't let me. When I do watercolor, it's "dry brush" style. Oh well...Keep up the great work Lady, and keep lostening to that Muse!
God Bless.
Pat
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The painting arrived meticulously packaged with a lovely note from Keiko. I hope to make her work a continued collection and perhaps arrange for her to be shown in my local art gallery in the near future.
Her work is absolutely beautiful. I aspire to have her vision and talent.
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