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[rooflesspainters]

Cherries and June in Retrospect: A Palette of Reflections

Painting by Julio Panisello-Huguet

Originally posted in our Roofless Painters Blog.

We're well into July and already immersed in our new monthly collection, but June still lingers in our rearview mirror, like the dim crescent moon we’ve seen these past few nights fading and dissolving into the distance. Have you noticed it? We started this post before June came to an end, or was sunsetting, as mentioned in the statement we read on the closing of the legendary Marlboro Gallery in New York City a couple of months ago. The notion of 'sunsetting' evokes a far more chic transition than a plain shutdown, so from now on, we are forever replacing with this term anything that ends. The expression invited us to muse on the history and legacy of that iconic gallery: how many cherry paintings might have graced its walls over the past eighty years? We think most likely none, so in some small way, it felt gratifying to correct that imagined omission by dedicating our June to painting cherries, ensuring their rightful place in our year's collections. Cherry season epitomizes the essence of June, a month embodied by these luscious fruits and their many associations. This year's season brought us creative joy as we painted and savored the cherry sweetness throughout the month. We set to work our individual realism skills to create several cherry still lifes, or still lifes with cherries, ever uncertain which choice of words best conveys the premise. Observing Philip Guston's cherries from 1976, we wondered if he also fell under their Venusian spell and painted them precisely in June almost 50 years ago. As with all our subjects, the process of painting cherries transcended the task ahead; it became a bountiful source of inspiration and joy. Cherries have secured their place in every religious text, revered or feared since the inception of sacred writings. They embody purity and a sweet disposition, and painting them has allowed us to imbue ourselves with these very qualities, sustaining our sanity throughout the month despite the tumultuous state of the world. Cherries have also been used in art as analogies for sanguine emotions associated with blood unshed: love, desire, and even obsession. Throughout history and across geographical boundaries, cultures have incorporated cherries into their art, not only as a symbol of summer and innocence but also within their love narratives and romantic traditions. In American folklore, cherries are imbued with Venusian qualities and used in rituals to express romance. This rich cultural and symbolic significance of cherries in art added layers of depth and appreciation to our understanding of the fruit as we were painting it.

We learned that each cherry tree species, flaunting its blossoms to signal winter's end, produces a unique cherry fruit a few months later, signaling summer's arrival. Even among the few cherry tree species that produce sweet, edible cherries, not all the fruits share the same qualities despite appearing similar when we see them bagged at the supermarket; each has its own distinct character. As we painted them, we noted the spectrum: some cherries deep crimson bordering black, others lighter red, the rainier kind blushing. Each of us translated these nuances differently, applying our personal experience and style. Just as we noted all these variations, we also extended these reflections to the mundane moments in our lives that seem routine but are, in fact, so unique. This effort to focus on diversity enriched our appreciation for the natural cycles, making painting cherries in June a journey attuned to life's nuances and possibilities. A perfect escape and refuge.

We also learned quite a few things about the physicality of cherry architecture. They are not round like balls or inflated like pool toys; they possess a distinctive shape with lobes crowning their top area and a remarkably svelte bottom. You can always see their side split, the 'cherry dimple.' The proportionally thin and long stems are anchored in a soft indentation, cratering below that wavy, lobed crown, resembling a quasi-orifice. And they always come with it. It's like when they are picked, the cherry tree lets them go with that graceful arm, not by themselves. Capturing these subtle details required reshaping their form numerous times throughout the process; it was quite the challenge, demanding keen observation and the flexibility to revisit our initial impressions several times. Then there was the matter of color. Cherries are not the simplistic red we often imagine unless they are caramelized and colorized to adorn white cakes. There is an undercurrent of blue within that red, leading us to use Alizarin Crimson as our base. In our study of Wayne Thiebaud's stunning cherry paintings, we noted the significant blue overtones he incorporated. Our focus on exploring the color of cherries turned into a journey of discovery, making us keenly aware of anything with a cherry hue around us: cherry fabric, cherry lipstick, cherry furniture. Such a perfect shade to bask in during the radiant summer months. And finally, there was the sheen. Their taut and shiny skin reflects light in a manner that adds complexity to their deceptively predictable appearance, capturing the immediacy of the present moment. This luminous quality was truly the cherry on top (sorry, we couldn't help using the pun ) during our painting process, adding depth and realism to our work. The sensuousness of the sheen spot brought us back to Philip Guston's fascination with cherries. During his transition from abstraction to figuration, Guston frequently depicted these fruits, their reflective surfaces mirroring his own artistic evolution. As he drew inspiration from the everyday objects around him, the seductive charm of the cherries' glossy skin provided a perfect subject for exploring the interplay between light, color, and form. Perhaps it was also a good subject because, during that period, he only painted with three colors: white, black, and pink, not red. This reflective quality, both literal and metaphorical, also became a central theme in our 'cherry paintings,' challenging us to capture the unassuming beauty that Guston himself had once sought. Working on this subject will forever cement the notion that June is not only the month when we celebrate Pride but also when hydrangeas bloom, and now, the month of cherries. The transition from the warm yellows of May, which we embraced for our self-portraits, to the rich reds of June has been a deeply satisfying change of palette. This chromatic turn of the page has not only mirrored the natural world's shift but has also brought a sense of renewal and excitement to our practice. Speaking of turning the page and changing palettes, we find ourselves now at the midpoint of the year, prompting us to reflect on the six subjects we have explored since January and exchange our favorites. By the way, for reference, we decided early in the year to count 2024, not in months but in paintings. This approach has allowed us to move away from conventional timekeeping and instead measure our year through the lens of our creative output. It has been liberating, helping us shift focus from the rigid structure of days, weeks, and events to more meaningful and inspiring painting-based cycles.

P.S. This month, we were also inspired to create a Pinterest board to indulge in the joy of adding images of the fruit that captivated us throughout June, revealing the myriad ways cherries permeate artistic expression and daily life. We included examples of paintings, graphic design, and various other forms of art to illustrate how this humble fruit is more ubiquitous than we might think.

[vardhmanyarns]

Cool Knit Summer Knitting Yarn

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[concidineart]

Blog Name Change

Hey! This is formerly @moonraven-sparrow-summerpalette ! I’ve changed my blog name to @concidineart​!

[wevaphotography]

The Moonflower | Pre Wedding Visuals of Beenish & Saad

A sneak peak at the wondrous pre-wedding session of Beenish and Saad at Al Habtoor Polo Resort is all we need to fuel up our summer wedding aesthetics, this wedding season. It’s raining true love and trendsetting fashion looks as we flip through the monochrome twinning white looks that our couple chose to flaunt in, for their pre-wedding session.

The summer sun and the happy neigh of our bride-to-be’s favourite horses made it extra special and personalized, as we treasured those precious moments. Color-dipped in fresh summer palettes, the pre-wedding shoot of Beenish and Saad has been captured with careful detail work and in gorgeous wide frames that perfectly present the beauty of the destination.

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#themoonflower#prewedding#beenishandsaad#weddingseason#summerweddings#preweddingshoot#weddinginspiration#truelove#weddingaesthetics#monochromemagic#bridaldreams#weddingphotography#horselovers#personalizedweddings#summerpalettes#storiesfromweva#weva

[jessejunkocreates]

Knowing your #ColorPalette and celebrities who share it can be a total game changer in defining and executing your #PersonalStyle! My #FashionTherapy Clients are always surprised by my #ColorAnalysis which is a vital part to showing up in your authentic #SpiritStyle. #ColorisMyLoveLanguage and my perspective as an Artist, Designer and Stylist blends together with my passion for helping women show up to succeed within the #FashionExperience that is Fashion Therapy. By week 2 of the 6 week program Clients can start fast tracking their style through color with my professional Color Analysis and that’s just the very beginning! If you want to master communicating and healing through fashion and are ready to stop playing small and hiding let me show you all of the ways that Fashion Therapy and I can support you! Drop an emoji in your favorite color in the comments to get started! #speakincolor #liveinfullcolor #stophiding #spiritstyleguide #confidencestylist #spiritedstylesupport #imageconsultant #stylecoach #fashionguide #confidenceboost #shineandrise #showup #standout #serveyourpurpose #levelup #celebritystyle #celebritystylepalette #winterpalette #springpalette #summerpalette #autumnpalette #align #bethatbitch (at Themis and Thread) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cly_O1qP6TC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[ritto-design]

8月、葉月のはじまり。

いつもより梅雨明けが遅かったから、夏が来たのもちょーっとだけ嬉しい。それにしても蝉の大合唱。皆さまもよい夏をお過ごしくださいー。

[trendmood1]

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[vintagechic86]

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[dankmedia]

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[stylists-supporting-stylists]

𝓢𝓾𝓷 𝓲𝓼 𝓢𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓲𝓷𝓰 🌞🏖 . . . . . Reposted from @colormefunky 𝓢𝓾𝓷 𝓲𝓼 𝓢𝓱𝓲𝓷𝓲𝓷𝓰 🌞🏖 My entry for the @premier_beauty @premierbeautystylist Firecracker Contest, forever inspired by the Caribbean. #pbsummerhair21 . Thank you @audreyeney for being such a supportive muse, you rock!💛 Thank you @manda5112 for all that bts magic✨ . Lightner + toner : @kevin.murphy Vivids: @pravana #pbsummer21 . @minusthehair @revbillycoiffeur @magicbymars . #chicagohairstylist #chicagohair #alternativehair #70shair #colormefunkyhair #shaghaircut #brightcolorscoolshapes #firecracker #premierbeauty #pravana #kevinmurphy #vivids #haircontest #puertoricohairstylist #summerpalette #caribbeanbeach (at Rotofugi Designer Toy Store & Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTuYyt5INW-/?utm_medium=tumblr

[mariyasabotinova]

Liato • • • • #summer #cloudscape #landscape #summerstorm #mirror #rearview #flowers #florist #flowerscape #landscapephotography #summerpalette #selo

[idahayart-blog]

Anyone started swimming yet? I call this colour Pool Blue, I just love how warm and inviting it is! . . There is only one more of these posts to come in my palette series of favourite colours! I have been called a colour maximalist many times so I’m not backing down now! Especially as I am very sensitive to colour, picking out colours like this is satisfying beyond words to me. 🩴 Disclaimer: I do *not* take credit for the images — I have simply collected and curated them for inspiration and colour reference. If you think anything should be tagged, let me know! . . . . #idahayart #idahaycolour #colourinspiration #colorinspo #colourinspo #colorinspiration #colourpalette #poolblue #lightblue #warmblue #blue #turquoiseblue #bluegreen #bluecolour #bluecolor #colourcollection2021 #colourcollage #summerpalette #summercolours #summercolors #summercolors☀️ #summercolours #moodboardaesthetic #colormood https://www.instagram.com/p/CQg36KiFER2/?utm_medium=tumblr

[loveindeeair]

I would have just accepted, even if you guys had just posted some splash of colors... but you all are just enthused art geeks... lol! Look at that! Anyway... this is me getting drenched in colors and art....and ofcourse my #SummerPalette After a longtime looking into #GirlyM sketches, i remembered how much i have always loved her art, and tried creating the magic that she created with her wonderful girls. This is a tribute to her! Well it’s nothing like hers.... but inspired from the beautiful faces she has created. *A request to you guys, its been 4 months, since I updated my #Youtube Channel. If there is any sketch in my gallery you would like a #Speedpaint video for, can you comment on it, so i can upload the #QuickDraw I love this Summer Palette gallery so mooch!!! You guys are awesome! #JollyJuly1 #JollyJuly #JollyJuly2020 #JollyJulyDee https://www.instagram.com/p/CCNykHGgOsf/?igshid=19vjq6r6nqkhq

[itsladyinrosegold]

//Outfits in soft pink hues have always striked a good chord with me and now I see, for what reason. Pink and ruffles together equals epitome of pretty feminity🌸💐🌿 Wearing @kehiaofficial //🍀 - - - #pink #blushpink #ruffles #ruffledsaree #softpinks #summerpastels #summerpalette #chiffon #summerlook #summeroutfits #summercolourpalette #pinkshades #pinkoutfits #shadesofpink #luxury #indianfashionblogger #weddingoutfits #trousseauoutfits #trousseaushopping #weddingshopping #ladyinrosegold https://www.instagram.com/p/B05mp0GAL8a/?igshid=11hoqg5cf7j5g

[beautyglamandfun]

Hier sur le blog, je vous ai présenter ma sélection @notino_fr pour une ambiance tropicale chez moi 🌴🥥🍍 Dont cette jolie petite palette #iheartrevolution en forme de coquillage Ocean's Treasure 💖 Les teintes sont douces et seront parfaites pour des maquillage estivaux sans trop en faire 💖 Bon, je suis contente, avec mon père, on a organisé un week-end en Bourgogne pour aller voir la famille et se faire un petit circuit "souvenirs" ❤ Ca va me faire du bien et me couper de ma routine boulot dans laquelle je n'arrive pas à me sortir 😅 Et après août, vacanceeeesss avec le chéri ❤❤❤ . #lovemakeup #makeupaddict #paletteaddict #blabla #oceantreasures #paletteete #summer #summerpalette #maquillageete #summermakeup #testencours #maquillage #maquillageyeux https://www.instagram.com/p/Bzud5Joi4vS/?igshid=1jgrc3p44f9sr

[antonioscarinci]

#Repost for @amitaggarwalofficial • • • • • • Your Heart, Often Ready To Grow, Even In The Most Broken Places. ‘AXIL’ by Amit Aggarwal to be unveiled at the Lakme Absolute Grand Finale at Lakmé Fashion Week ( @lakmeindia ) ( @lakmefashionwk ) on 16th February, 2020. #AxilByAmitAggarwal #LakmeFashionWeek #LakmeAbsoluteGrandFinale #BetterIn3D Photography By : @manoj_rawatt Hair & Make Up : @nishu_esha . . . . . . #AmitAggarwalCouture #LakmeFashionWeek #LFW #LFWSR20 #Axil #Wildflowers #Beautiful #SpringResort2020 #Pastel #SummerPalette #Innovation #ThreeDimensional #3D #Nature #FormsInNature https://www.instagram.com/p/B9IKRR3KKNE/?igshid=y9rs5y9hnktw