Return of the Prodigal by duncanlong
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Description
As sons and daughters depart for the city, farms across the country fall into disrepair and eventually are sold. Often the "Prodigal Son" returns to the old homestead to find it in ruins, if even standing.
I played around with this idea a bit, finally settling on a triangular layout that "points" toward the son -- and also a little play on the English words with the "sun" setting next to the returning "son."
Since this picture is based on the Biblical story (Luke 15: 11-32), I placed a "Trinity" of birds in the sky which also help complete point of the triangle so its side can "point" toward the prodigal.
Comments (24)
ppetersen
It speaks volumes Duncan... beautifully simple in look, yet rich and deep in the colors, lighting and textures. the pose of the young man bespeaks sorrow to see his old home... Wonderfully done and most evocative...
duncanlong
Ahem... "complete THE point of the triangle." Glad I don't make my living as an editor of my own work :o)
2Loose2Trek
Well designed image with perfect lighting (I presume the dawn of a new day), and thoughtfully posed character. Wonderfully done! V
kenwas
Outstanding image. Your well thought out comp works beautifully and the scene has a wonderful feel to it. V!
sittingblue
outstanding artwork, Duncan. Excellent symbolism.
odie
oh yes...I loved it the first time you showed me! The story hits home. :0) vote!
idiot_sphinx
Lovely designing and true of a lot of these small towns. Not many stay , finding greener horizons farther away in the bigger cities. Sad and wonderfully well designed !!~**~!!
Denger
You've nailed the look of weathered wood just perfectly on that barn and the lone farmer standing near is adds some human interest. Symbolism aside, this is an excellent composition.
grouch
Wonderful composition.
coa
Beautiful and simple scene, Duncan!!! Superb composition and tetxures!!!
Rokol
Get over it, Jesus boy!
jmherve
Nice reflexion time for conception of your picture, as talentuous painters. What seems as easy as intuitive is finally a toughfull construction and symbolism that highlight the significaton of what is to be seen. Your explanation gives us the meaning that enhance the beauty of your picture. Full respect !!!
MarkHirst
The birds over the building and its strong shadows and angles also gives it a slightly threatening feel too - difficult times ahead perhaps ?
lingrif
Beautiful composition!
MongusKing
Hey Duncan, this is really good, I just love it, great return. Big big big vote, and wait 4 my strike back, greetings from mexico.
DRAKELOT
Impressive image and fantastic POV and all that stuff ... just love it and the birds are just perfect. Always a story behind your images ... great stuff !!! fav of course !!!
borsy
Excellent!!!
FrenchKiss
Stunning illustration. I love this!
addiek
kinda reminds me of noah's ark as well... three storeys
1pearl
Wonderful !!! so wonderful !
cynlee
superb illustration full of symbolism
morin3000
Impressive composition ===== Excel artist ===== ((V)) New photo
chrispoole
Ironically The first image I viewed in your gallery you were very despondent about the way your life/art was shaped by people of lesser talent and vision just power of dosh, when I viewed this one it struck me that this might be a subconscious retort like the Parable of the Prodigal Son, you have returned. I personally just viewing your gallery feel grateful you chose the lesser and with great compassion and deliberation gave them the finger.. Chris
amberlite
and so the prodigal daughter returns to find... more wonderful work from you, with attention to detail and reason, you will always be one of the greats