Art Critique needed…What do you think?
This is a painting that is the new rage on eBay. It is an ACEO. (Art Card Editon & Original.) They are the size of baseball trading cards. It is done in watercolor. Do you think it looks good like it is, or are the details too detailed for water color? http://cm.ebay.com/cm/ck/1065-29296-2357-0?uid=40900932&site=0&ver=LCA080805&item=160002396957&lk=URL
I think it depends on taste…If you search ACEO Mermaids on eBay there are all sorts. Which is better in your opinon-Water color the old fashioned way with different values of colors – or detail done with a size 0 brush or watercolor pencil accenting with the regular watercolor wash?
Obviously, this is primarily a question of taste. The folksy style of this watercolor is not done is a style I enjoy, but that doesn’t mean you might not enjoy it. The artist lists it as created in the style of “Realism,” but I would suggest “Folk Art” as a better style. I agree with the “Fantasy” tag being attached to this image, as the colors and imagery denote fantasy much more so than realism.
You asked if the details are too detailed for watercolor. I think the lines are a bit heavy for typical watercolor paintings. In fact, at first glance I thought it was created in pastel or crayon, not watercolor.
There is something off with the shape of the girl’s face, which bugs me enough that I would not bid on this image. But as I said before, art is personal, so if you enjoy the image, go for it! 
Original ACEO Art Paintings
|
|
Catcher’s Mitt Baseball Original Art 2.25 inch Fridge Magnet $3.75 This 2.25 inch Fridge Magnet makes a great gift for yourself or someone you know. ~ This artwork can also be featured on some or all of the following products offered by Creative Clam ~ Coffee Mugs | License Plates | Patches | Ornaments | Earrings | Key Chains | Bottle Openers | Buttons | Pocket Mirrors | Dog Tags | Shoe Tags | Pendants | Zipper Pulls | Bandanas | Lanyards | Bumper Stickers | Mous… |
|
|
Red Delicious Original Art 2.25 inch Fridge Magnet $3.75 This 2.25 inch Fridge Magnet makes a great gift for yourself or someone you know. ~ This artwork can also be featured on some or all of the following products offered by Creative Clam ~ Coffee Mugs | License Plates | Patches | Ornaments | Earrings | Key Chains | Bottle Openers | Buttons | Pocket Mirrors | Dog Tags | Shoe Tags | Pendants | Zipper Pulls | Bandanas | Lanyards | Bumper Stickers | Mous… |
|
|
Frog on a Rose Original Art 2.25 inch Fridge Magnet $3.75 This 2.25 inch Fridge Magnet makes a great gift for yourself or someone you know. ~ This artwork can also be featured on some or all of the following products offered by Creative Clam ~ Coffee Mugs | License Plates | Patches | Ornaments | Earrings | Key Chains | Bottle Openers | Buttons | Pocket Mirrors | Dog Tags | Shoe Tags | Pendants | Zipper Pulls | Bandanas | Lanyards | Bumper Stickers | Mous… |
|
|
Christmas Cat Hand Painted Original Small Format Art ACEO Card 5 x 7 inch premium quality folded paper greeting card. Christmas cards for the whole family are available at Greeting Card Universe. We have everything from custom cards to professionally designed cards. Turn to Greeting Card Universe for all your Christmas card needs. This paper card includes the following themes: Christmas, Holiday, and Season’s Greetings. Greeting Card Universe has the best Cat… |
|
|
LG GM730 Standard Red LED Wall / AC / Home Charger! $5.99 LG GM730 Standard Red LED Wall / AC / Home Charger!… |
|
|
Samsung SPH-W9050 Standard Red LED Wall / AC / Home Charger! $4.55 Samsung SPH-W9050 Standard Red LED Wall / AC / Home Charger!… |
|
|
Stuhrling Original Men’s Sea Hawk Ace Sports Watch $139.99 Stuhrling Original presents the Sea Hawk Ace–a rugged sports watchMen’s watch constructed of solid stainless steelStuhrling timepiece boasts exceptional automatic movement |
|
|
The Cartel 2 (Paperback) $8.71 In this highly-anticipated sequel to The Cartel, Young Carter, after someone in the organization breaks the rules, faces drug kingpin charges due to the betrayal of his best friend, Ace. Original. |
|
|
Pro Tec Bucky Lasek Ace Skate Helmet $26.99 Protect yourself like a pro with this Pro Tec Ace skate helmet. Bucky took the original 1970′s full-cut helmet and trimmed the ear cover off to create a helmet with his own style and flair. |
|
|
Original Score/Clint Mansell – Smokin` Aces $12.86 Description Not Available |
|
|
The Original $12.84 The Original |
|
|
Original $12.81 Original |