Last week I started to work on an invented background for my painting, as the room lacked ambience. Once home I spent some time trying to improve on the colours and build more interest to the painting as a whole.
First thing was to correct the position of the right leg. I was still struggling to get the thickness of my paint as I wanted, and it always seemed to come out too thin even with medium. Never mind I told myself, I can always let it dry and add more layers.
And so, that’s what I did. At least by the time I’d put the canvas aside I could say that I almost liked it. But there was a way to go.
I liked the colour I’d added to the cushion; but what tones would I use for the wall and the floor? I decided dark for the wall and darker still for the floor, and proceeded to roughly block the colours in. What to do with the stool? I know, just drape a dressing gown over it, and hide those awkward legs. Voila! and it was done with some loose stokes of Cadmium light red.
I’ve no time to do more this week, so the smoothing of paint on the model will have to wait until class on Saturday. There is more patterning to do on the wall and shaping of the curtain and gown on the chair. I may also add a bird out the window, as an online friend wondered what a model might look at when posing for a long time. Thanks Yvonne, that got me thinking.
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So very interesting Vivienne.
As a non-painter I am fascinated by the process you describe.
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So very interesting Vivienne.
As a non-painter I am fascinated by the process you describe.
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So very interesting Vivienne.
As a non-painter I am fascinated by the process you describe.
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I’m pleased that you find the process fascinating. I do try and show how I’ve attempted something, good or bad.
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Wonderful to follow the progress of this composition. I look forward to seeing a bird (in flight?) interrupting the stillness of the interior scene you’ve created.
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Thanks Judy, mustn’t forget to do that on Saturday!
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One of the most wonderful aspects the internet is discussing art with people thousands of miles apart. Looking forward to the ultimate version. Good hunting.
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Looks beautiful, Vivienne. Very much looking forward to seeing the finishing touches.
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Each painting presents its own challenges and decisions to be made. At this stage you have already solved several problems and your painting is really looking great. Thank you for sharing the evolution of your work. Look forward to seeing the end result.
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