Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Bunny & Bouquet the "cute culture"

Bunny & Bouquet 14" x 14" Oil on Board
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Tracy Clark-Flory wrote an interesting article about people's fascination with all things "cute" on Salon.com. She quoted a Vanity Fair article by Jim Windolf that theorized our need to laugh and swoon over cute kitties and babies is our reaction against "war, economic breakdown, and more Wi-Fi." According to him we're "a nation in need of a hug, a Snickers, and the nucleus-accumbens squirt provoked by baby-animal photos." I don't know why this painting hits the spot for me but it does. A silly porcelain bunny inserts itself in front of a bouquet of flowers. Am I painting something "cute" to make myself feel better? Maybe. I just know it gave me a chuckle and I'll probably do a few more.

14 comments:

  1. .January 27, 2010 at 7:21 PM

    This is fabulous! I love the way the bunny is close to the viewer, like he's looking at us. So unexpected! And the bunny itself is amazing, WOW!!!
    I LOVE IT!!
    Joan

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  2. RUDHI RüscherJanuary 28, 2010 at 5:23 AM

    I like your art-blog, your flowers, and the Gita-Words...

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  3. CHRIS MURRAYJanuary 28, 2010 at 9:55 AM

    I think you are a happy person- it radiates through your art and makes me happy and I thank you for that.

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2010 at 10:01 AM

    Diane this is a great start to my day! Thanks! I love it. The colors are perfect. Well done Gurl!
    That Gurl Dottie.

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  5. Sally DeanJanuary 28, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    I need a dose of cuteness every day- I just have to look at my dog for that.
    I enjoy your flowers so much and the toys are awesome!

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  6. Paintings by Irit BourlaJanuary 28, 2010 at 3:55 PM

    Thanks for bringing me such a cute thing today. I needed it.
    Love this fun painting.

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  7. Gwen BellJanuary 28, 2010 at 6:41 PM

    This is sooooo cute! Love that little bunny and his sweet little face. Great highlights. Thanks for the smile!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 29, 2010 at 12:27 AM

    I admire the way you made the bunny really look like porcelain! This is reminiscent with some of your toy paintings. I think you've hit on a winning combo.

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  9. d ogoJanuary 29, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    very cool

    godofredo

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  10. Linny D. VineJanuary 29, 2010 at 11:14 PM

    Beauty and nostalgia and a hug all in one!

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  11. Pablo Villicaña LaraJanuary 30, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    I've been told many times that "Cute is the kiss of death" in the fine art world but I absolutely love cute! and I love this painting too! Well done!

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  12. Gwen BellJanuary 31, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Just had to drop by to admire this adorable bunny one more time. Hope he turns up in some more of your painting adventures!

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  13. Kelley Carey MacDonaldFebruary 13, 2010 at 5:21 PM

    How did I miss this gem? You're really showcasing your skills here, with the different textures, Diane! And cute is good. Cute is FUN. And we all need fun!

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  14. UnknownApril 8, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    This makes my heart smile! Happy Easter to you and your beautiful family Diane!

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