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I was not going to leave a review but every time I look at this painting, I feel angry.
Cameras are often automatically set to enhance color and contrast. This is fine for snapshots but not for artwork. It is the artist's responsibility to find or create the lighting that will render an accurate representation of their paintings' colors. If the camera can't capture it, then photo editing software can be use to desaturate and adjust color and contrast as needed. Many artists take this responsibility seriously. This artist did not. See the attached image of the painting next to the online image. There is no glare on the painting. Shot in natural daylight, overcast skies. I deliberated shot it against the saturated color of another painting for comparison.
I understand that back lighting of computer devices can enhance color. There is a variation that is acceptable and there is a point beyond it is not.
I have been following this artist for some time, admiring his paintings and suspect now I have been admiring enhanced images that do not actually exist. The problem for me is not only with this one painting, but with the effect this kind of photographic practice has on the online sales of a reputable venue like this and on its other artists, since it creates mistrust of the accuracy of images displayed and ensuing reluctance to purchase. Because despite the option to return if dissatisfied, no one wants to get excited about a painting only to be disappointed upon receipt.
As for communication, which is part of the review requested, there was none. I am not a happy camper and hope this review will motivate this talented artist to revisit the images posted online, and pay closer attention to his photographic practices.
I was not going to leave a review but every time I look at this painting, I feel angry.
Cameras are often automatically set to enhance color and contrast. This is fine for snapshots but not for artwork. It is the artist's responsibility to find or create the lighting that will render an accurate representation of their paintings' colors. If the camera can't capture it, then photo editing software can be use to desaturate and adjust color and contrast as needed. Many artists take this responsibility seriously. This artist did not. See the attached image of the painting next to the online image. There is no glare on the painting. Shot in natural daylight, overcast skies. I deliberated shot it against the saturated color of another painting for comparison.
I understand that back lighting of computer devices can enhance color. There is a variation that is acceptable and there is a point beyond it is not.
I have been following this artist for some time, admiring his paintings and suspect now I have been admiring enhanced images that do not actually exist. The problem for me is not only with this one painting, but with the effect this kind of photographic practice has on the online sales of a reputable venue like this and on its other artists, since it creates mistrust of the accuracy of images displayed and ensuing reluctance to purchase. Because despite the option to return if dissatisfied, no one wants to get excited about a painting only to be disappointed upon receipt.
As for communication, which is part of the review requested, there was none. I am not a happy camper and hope this review will motivate this talented artist to revisit the images posted online, and pay closer attention to his photographic practices.
Tracy McDonnell, United States
Review posted Nov. 19, 2018
Beautiful painting!! Very happy with this purchase! Painting exactly as described!
Tracy McDonnell, United States
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Nov. 19, 2018
Beautiful painting!! Very happy with this purchase! Painting exactly as described!
Edmund Lewis, United Kingdom
Review posted March 11, 2018
Another lovely painting from Taron. Delivery to England was remarkably quick.
Edmund Lewis, United Kingdom
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March 11, 2018
Another lovely painting from Taron. Delivery to England was remarkably quick.
Edmund Lewis, United Kingdom
Review posted Feb. 17, 2018
What a beautiful picture! It arrived to the UK from Armenia without incident. I have since bought another from Taron.
Response from Taron Khachatryan
Feb. 17, 2018
Thank you, glad to have business with you, with respect Taron
Edmund Lewis, United Kingdom
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Feb. 17, 2018
What a beautiful picture! It arrived to the UK from Armenia without incident. I have since bought another from Taron.
Response from Taron Khachatryan
Feb. 17, 2018
Thank you, glad to have business with you, with respect Taron
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