Thursday, August 30, 2007

Blue Door


Blue Door
Originally uploaded by linfrye
I am still enchanted with doors ... to me they're portals (like eyes) to the souls of the owners ... and for these older doors, a link to the past, history written in peeling paint, old stones, aged wood, and the companionship of green weeds ....

18 comments:

Lorraine said...

They say we do best at what we love and I have to say that you really do old doors to perfection!
Hugs,
Lorraine

Robyn Sinclair said...

I love doors too, Lin. This is beautifully done. You do a lovely job on the stonework too.

seesue said...

OH yes! old doors. They have so much character. I think it's the subtle colouring of your wall that shows such lovely aging. The shadow on the door is perfection I'm understanding the depth of that old doorway by seeing the shadow cast in rich colour on that thick wooden door.

Donn said...

Wonderful! You sure have a way with doors! Love the colors.

Lynn said...

This is just beautiful. The shadows really make the picture.

Brenda Yarborough said...

This "door" series is absolutely phenomenal!! I love the sunlit area on this one--an excellent execution my friend!!

Joan Y said...

I think you should do a series of doors Lin as they are exceptional. It's your ability to see the wonderful detail in them and the sensitive use of colors that make them outstanding! Love it!

Nina Johansson said...

Wow! Beautiful, I love the textures!

andrea joseph's sketchblog said...

Oh wow! This is another great one Lin. Excellent work.

Carole said...

This is boldly drawn, and I love the light and shade, the reflections, the colours in the wall, the greenery tickling the foot of the door ... I really do think your door series is worth making prints from.

jill said...

love this picture, too. you're doing great!

Linda T said...

I think this door has a sense of mystery to it. Really great picture!

Donn said...

This is my second comment. Where do you find these doors to paint?
Trying to see if new profile photo shows up.

mARTa said...

just enough detail to tell a story. I love all your 'portals', what a great theme you have going here!

Terri said...

Wow wow wow, one of your best yet I think. Love this Lin. :o)

Serena Lewis said...

Fabulous work, Lin! I love the door, the wall...everything about it. :)

Linda said...

Beautiful work on this door -- the light and dark in the door itself is really perfect.

Anonymous said...

I know what you mean about doors. I love them, too. So much character. This is gorgeous. Love the colors.