Finished this painting finally today. Managed to find enough time to do so. I've been studying at uni about 18th Century Landscapes and the thing I find myself in lacking of when it comes to the landscape depiction is the human aspect which draws the viewer in - otherwise known as staffage. I think the reason for that is because I suck at depicting the human figure in detail!!! (As did Turner, but he makes them better than I do anyway!)
It doesn't exactly matter in this painting because of its loose manner.
Let me know what you think!
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I have just started rereading 'Pilgrim's Progress', where Christian enters the narrow gate on his way to the Celestial City.
This painting is mysterious - I like the contrast between dark and light. It looks dangerous. He is hesitating at the gate, drawn by the light but also fearful of being consumed.
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