Post Ponting Workshop :: Two studies

Posted on November 2, 2008

After Dianna’s workshop painting I had time left over to complete two other works. This first one is of two posts in a field with lavender in front. I started with a complimentart watercolour underpainting to help bring out the pastels colours.

The last one is of two apple pears Dianna rescued from being eaten by a dear on her acerage.

Both were very enjoyable to do and very satisying to complete.

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Paw #17 :: Orange Slice 04

Posted on April 20, 2008

The fourth of the series, I particularly like the starkness and angle of the shadow. I did tweak the painting more after this shot was taken. When I re-shoot it I’ll post it up.

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PAW #8 :: Sake Cup

Posted on February 24, 2008

Here is my 8th instalment for this year - a sake cup.

Needless to say my brain never saw how bad the ellipse was until I brought the photo to the computer. :D

What I learned from this? Take your time and step back after the initial drawing stage and look for corrections.

9×12" on light blue Mi-Tienes.

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Brush Study

Posted on February 6, 2008

I had to get into a painting last night even though it was late. I was looking for a simple still life object and saw this brush, picked it up and everything just fell into place. I love days like that.

It is 9×12" on blue/grey Canson Mi-Tientes. Very happy with the composition and the final outcome.

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