This is my second painting after attending Liz's workshop, and I have to say that I love the new process. This was done alla prima and completed in approximately four hours. Using this new method, I was able to sketch, wipe and sketch about five times in a matter of minutes to arrive at a composition that I thought was pleasing. The freedom and "nimbleness" are exhilarating. Prior to this, I used to draw in paint and then kind of colour inside the lines. Well, I exaggerate a little here, but compared to the old style, I finally feel like a painter. I took this photo a few years ago in the Dominican and at the time was barely dabbling in art, but shadows and light were beginning to interest me as I'm sure they do most artists. Unfortunately, I've been away for a couple of weeks and will be leaving again shortly, so painting is on the back burner for a while longer. Can hardly wait to get back at it in earnest, and blogging, which I really enjoy, has to take a back seat for now. I really need to get a laptop!
oil on 9" x 12" canvas board
Vern, I absolutely LOVE the new style. And how refreshing for a man to paint a baby on a beach! Makes me happy! The bucket might be my favorite part, or else the sun on her plump little body (the pose is pretty cool, too). GREAT JOB. And once again, have a great trip! (ps... I just got a laptop myself --- whole new world - you'll feel much freer!)
ReplyDeleteCamille, what took you so long? This posting has been up for almost three minutes...HA!!! Thanks for the great, great support on this new transition. I'm really excited about it, but unfortunately I'll be away and can't really sink my teeth into it for awhile.. Talk to ya soon.
ReplyDeleteHey Vern, nice to see how pleased you are with your new approach! It works! Very nice and very light and colorful! Like the strokes of color in the sand, too!
ReplyDeleteA winner!
Thanks Pattie, it always feels good when you get to a next level, and that is where I think this is taking me.
ReplyDeleteWow!! This is fabulous!!! I love your brush work and colors are so warm and inviting. Great painting, I see why you are so happy with your new approach!
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful painting and I'm glad that the workshop has brought new passion to your work. This looks to be a "break through" piece for you - congratulations!
ReplyDeleteAlthough your Lisbon painting (in procress) is spectacular, I know from experience that it will be hard to go back and complete it when you are in this new mode of work. I have so many works I have set aside when a new revelation has come to me and I don't want to go "backwards" to finish something. But let me assure you that the Lisbon painting is worth completing!!! It looks to be almost complete, so don't set it aside too long. On the other hand, your time away requires you to come back and paint in the way you have just been exposed to so you don't loose that excitement. Keep up the good and passionate painting! lol
Gee, that sounds awful bossy!
Amanda, thanks for stopping and the great comments. I really am excited about painting now.
ReplyDeleteMarilyn, you are very astute, and thanks for the butt kick. I was staring at Lisbon yesterday (we had a civic holiday here) and then set up my portable easel right in front of it, and started a new painting...ha! I will finish though, and I really appreciate the encouragement.
WONDERFUL painting, Vern! I love the warmth it has. Great job, my friend!
ReplyDeleteEdward, it's always great to hear from you. Thanks for the support.
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful sense of sunlight drenching the beach and the little girl, Vern!
ReplyDeleteSince this is the beginning of your new process, it will be interesting to see where you are at in say, 6 months! I'll be checking to see...
Vern this is such a beautiful painting! I love the effects of light on her bucket and the red toy next to it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the beautiful card and info about Rosemary's history card project. What a neat idea!!! Have a great trip!
Wonderful painting Vern! Your new approach really works...can't wait to see more!!
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ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely beautiful. I love the new style! Sorry to be so late getting to you, I have not even been to my own all month. I bet the next art purchase will be a Guerrilla Painter Box, and you will be painting in the hotel room at night! You are inspiring me!
Kay
Oh Vern,............ this is so beautiful. That's it you've found the door, your going in, glorious discoveries for you and us your spectators, admirers and followers.
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful my friend, wow, everything about this picture vibrates.
Add follow this blog because I forget to check up on your work !!!!
Thank you Joanne, Akiko, Dana, Kay and Dominique for your wonderful comments. I am very grateful.
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