Studying by Candle Light

Hi everyone,
I decided to give oil painting a try and after reviewing Matt’s lessons and watching a few you tube videos, this is one I just finished. It is a still life composition of books on a tabletop and figuring out the perspective so things don’t appear to be sliding off of it was my biggest challenge. I am not sure I have it correct with regards to that issue so any feedback will be appreciated as always.
DebbieStudying by Candle Light

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This is wonderful. Love it!

Thank you Denise! So glad you enjoyed it.

I am enjoying the circular/elliptical composition, which is echoed in the clock and the glasses. Personally I would prefer focus on the candle rather than the clock, but that it just me. Don’t know if you intended it, but your painting has similar objects and feel of a Dutch master painting. Also, the neutral pallet is nicely mellow and meditative, with the red and blue accents spicing things up a bit. All in all, I found it to be a pleasing piece of art.