Guarded Beauty
by Doug Kreuger
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Title
Guarded Beauty
Artist
Doug Kreuger
Medium
Painting - Oil On Canvas
Description
I used to think of a cactus growing only in a desert or rocky region in the Southwest. So, I was surprised and intrigued to discover that Opuntia Humifusa (prickly pear cactus) can grow almost anywhere, even in my cooler northern climate.
Every June, this plant becomes covered in clusters of the most beautiful yellow flowers, appearing to glow in the sunlight. Sadly, it blooms for only a short time, lasting but a few weeks.
Hundreds of long, sharp spines suggest a look, but don't touch warning for on-lookers; while two boulders stand like sentries offering further protection.
I decided to paint "Guarded Beauty" as an effort to capture the beauty of these delicate-looking waxy blossoms for year-round enjoyment.
Copyright 2004 by Doug Kreuger
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May 7th, 2010
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Comments (58)
Hanne Lore Koehler
Magnificent painting of your gorgeous cactus garden, Doug! Beautiful yellow flowers and amazing spine detail! Fantastic rocks and pine! L/F
Nava Thompson
Doug, a revisit- love the color and light. Lvf.
Doug Kreuger replied:
Nava, So nice to hear from you! Thanks for the revisit, always appreciate your kind words and support.
Hanne Lore Koehler
Revisiting to admire this beauty, Doug! Such magnificent detail in this gorgeous composition! L/F
Nava Thompson
Doug---a second visit to this beautiful Oil on Canvas---needed to see a little summer color---and say Happy New Year--and thank you for all the help and encouragement you have given this past year. lvf
Doug Kreuger replied:
Nava (.!.) ---Many thanks for your friendship and encouragement throughout 2014. --Looking forward to all the blessings 2015 has in store… Wishing you good health and happiness throughout the year ahead.
Deb Halloran
Doug, I have commented on this painting a few times...but every time I visit it seems to become even more beautiful. The colors and detail are truly incredible. Nicely done. v/f
Marilyn Smith
Doug, this is an amazing piece of art! Your attention to detail is outstanding. I love it. L/F/P
Nava Jo Thompson
Doug---amazing work---with 'oil on canvas'---a lot of soft color and sharp detail. Second visit---another vote. LV (a fave)
Hanne Lore Koehler
Fantastic painting, Doug!!! Spectacular detail and beauty!! Masterful artwork! V31/F
Joyce Dickens
Hi Doug, I absolutely love this is incredible artwork; my prickly pear cactus is in full bloom right now, so of course, I just had to stop and enjoy your amazing painting of this gorgeous specimen - the detail here is superb, and the rocks and bark are wonderfully textured - overall, such an enjoyable composition - each time I view some of your artwork, my friend, I am reminded of what a truly amazing artist you are.....this particular work is like seeing a photograph of this lovely scene (only better).....congratulations on your well deserved feature........Joyce
Doug Kreuger replied:
Thank you very much for your heartfelt words, Joyce, you are so kind… I value your friendship greatly.
Cheri Randolph
Doug, wonderful depiction of these colors and textures of the Southwest. Congrats on your feature in Wisconsin Flowers & Scenery. voted
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