Chromascape 131 Spring Trees
March 16, 2012
Head in the Clouds
Lately I have been painting and drawing clouds. I thought it would offer a different perspective and fun change. However, it has proven to be more challenging in oil paint using my knife. The hard, rough, and aggressive surface created with the painting knife contrasts with the assumed feeling of soft fluffy clouds. I am [...]
March 2, 2012
Evolving
I have not abandoned the pond project yet- however boredom has motivated me to seek ways of keeping it interesting. Yes, I have been using more brushwork. I still begin with a knife for a loose beginning to each painting. I block in areas of color quickly. Then, with a small round brush I maneuver [...]
December 22, 2011
Continuing the Pond Project
This most resent piece is based on a photo of the Humboldt Park lily pond taken about a month ago. This was actually the second time I painted from this photo. This piece began as a demonstration piece for my intro to oil painting class. The painting is larger (11″ x 14″). Also, you will [...]
December 6, 2011
The Yellow Line
This is a drawing, a chalk pastel, and an oil painting done over the last two weeks. All reference the same photo The original photo was taken a few months ago, obviously before fall was in full swing. The image is titled The Yellow Line after the thick band of sunlight that breaks free of the treeline and runs at an angle across the picture plane.
