One more gigantic, beautiful, shining lizard eye.
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Showing posts with label yellow. Show all posts
Friday, February 16, 2018
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Laurel
I accepted a few suggestions for dragons as I was working on this series. This suggestion came from the organizer of the charity horror convention I attend every year. Scares That Care is run solely by volunteers so that all the money collected can go to help recipients. The charity is run by the most caring and giving person I have ever met. Joe Ripple asked me to paint a dragon in the Scares That Care colors: purple, green, and yellow. I was more than happy to oblige.
The Laurel plant gives us our beloved Bay leaf, the basis for "Old Bay" spice.
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Monday, February 12, 2018
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Golden Girl
A close-up view of a lovely lady dragon.
The thought of a view of a dragon this closely is rather frightening but her eye is gorgeous. The spines around the eye are definitely menacing.
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Friday, February 3, 2017
Stealing Moments
I have crept out of my bed and met my lovers in the dark of night. I am cautious. My breath stops in my throat at every creak of the floorboards in the bedroom above my studio. Does my husband sense he is alone?
Sounds like a trashy novel.
Perfect!
My lovers are these:
Adding more color and defining the focal point of the top painting. The painting with circles gets scales to help suggest motion and to add texture.
Here are the beginnings of each:
The top painting has the focal point pretty near the center and that's generally not where I want it to be. I will probably make some adjustments later to draw the eye slightly to the right of center.
The scales painting will get a transparent layer of color over the scales outside of the circles so that there is texture there but the eye is not immediately drawn to it.
Sounds like a trashy novel.
Perfect!
My lovers are these:
Adding more color and defining the focal point of the top painting. The painting with circles gets scales to help suggest motion and to add texture.
Here are the beginnings of each:
The top painting has the focal point pretty near the center and that's generally not where I want it to be. I will probably make some adjustments later to draw the eye slightly to the right of center.
The scales painting will get a transparent layer of color over the scales outside of the circles so that there is texture there but the eye is not immediately drawn to it.
Sunday, January 29, 2017
Day 29 - Several Beginnings
Ending the 30-in-30 with more beginnings gives me a lot of inspiration and it reminds me that my painting is NOT done for the year. I don't know where to store all of these giants but I had a blast painting them and I'm so so glad that I resisted the urge to paint small and try to just finish each day. I have enjoyed sharing my process with you and I hope that you enjoyed the journey. I have a few new friends to follow from this challenge and I'm excited to see where they go from here.
One
This is going to be another dark serpent painting.
Light grey is added to the top one third, then deep and light sap green are added to the lower two thirds.
Two
This is the yellow-only painting I was stuck on for some days. I was inspired by a lot of other paintings I've seen recently that featured circles.
Medium grey and light blue-grey are splattered, sprayed with water, and then circles are drawn to give the feeling of movement.
Three
Going back to the neutrals and violet scales with this one. I'm going to keep it very light and airy, to contrast with the one with dramatic maroon.
Burnt Umber is washed on in a wave shape. Violet scales are added with the stencils I created, then medium grey and light blue-grey are added to the upper kidney shape. I also added some light spritzes of water here and there.
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One
This is going to be another dark serpent painting.
Two
This is the yellow-only painting I was stuck on for some days. I was inspired by a lot of other paintings I've seen recently that featured circles.
Medium grey and light blue-grey are splattered, sprayed with water, and then circles are drawn to give the feeling of movement.
Three
Going back to the neutrals and violet scales with this one. I'm going to keep it very light and airy, to contrast with the one with dramatic maroon.
Burnt Umber is washed on in a wave shape. Violet scales are added with the stencils I created, then medium grey and light blue-grey are added to the upper kidney shape. I also added some light spritzes of water here and there.
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Thursday, January 26, 2017
Beginning Eleven
Part One
I wanted something a little different with this painting so I began by drawing some large shapes on the canvas with a colored pencil. Charcoal smears, but colored pencil disappears quite easily under the acrylic.
I like the colors of it already so think I will keep this painting rather light and use a lot of blending techniques for a soft, flowy feel.
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I wanted something a little different with this painting so I began by drawing some large shapes on the canvas with a colored pencil. Charcoal smears, but colored pencil disappears quite easily under the acrylic.
I like the colors of it already so think I will keep this painting rather light and use a lot of blending techniques for a soft, flowy feel.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Painting Eight - Love You FIVE-ever
Part Three
My daughter uses the expression "five-ever" to mean even more than forever.
The last touch ups here are the addition of some bold maroon at left, a wash of very light black at the center (black vs. grey here because the white is opaque and will totally cover over the detail underneath), a small amount of gold paint at the top and right and white to emphasize the main 5.
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My daughter uses the expression "five-ever" to mean even more than forever.
The last touch ups here are the addition of some bold maroon at left, a wash of very light black at the center (black vs. grey here because the white is opaque and will totally cover over the detail underneath), a small amount of gold paint at the top and right and white to emphasize the main 5.
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Monday, January 23, 2017
Painting Ten - Diamondback
Part Two
Nearing the end of the challenge so I'm trying to finish up as many paintings as possible. This painting is part of the Serpent series.
The previous version of this was very light and I wanted to really add some drama with lots of maroon and a few touches of gold and darker purple.
Not a lot of changes here, just a few small touch ups with black paint marker and a bit of splashed paint for interest.
Because the difference is so dramatic, I thought I'd show Part One of this painting.
See the beginning of this painting here.
The more I watched the video and looked at the beginning stages of this painting, the more I liked it in the earlier stages. I still love the drama of it with maroon but the lightness of this earlier version is also lovely. I decided to do another painting with a similar beginning stage and keep it in the lighter tones. Look for that soon.
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Nearing the end of the challenge so I'm trying to finish up as many paintings as possible. This painting is part of the Serpent series.
The previous version of this was very light and I wanted to really add some drama with lots of maroon and a few touches of gold and darker purple.
Not a lot of changes here, just a few small touch ups with black paint marker and a bit of splashed paint for interest.
Because the difference is so dramatic, I thought I'd show Part One of this painting.
See the beginning of this painting here.
The more I watched the video and looked at the beginning stages of this painting, the more I liked it in the earlier stages. I still love the drama of it with maroon but the lightness of this earlier version is also lovely. I decided to do another painting with a similar beginning stage and keep it in the lighter tones. Look for that soon.
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Sunday, January 22, 2017
Painting Eight Continues
Part Two
This painting needs a more defined focal point so that will be the next step. I don't want to lose all of the bold lines but I will have to decide how to draw the eye to one area more than the others. I have a good start with the transparent red and gold.
Crimson is mixed with Burnt Umber and lots of water. No Matte Medium is used here so the paint stays transparent. Cadmium Yellow Medium is mixed with Burnt Umber, again without Matte Medium.
See the beginning of this painting here.
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This painting needs a more defined focal point so that will be the next step. I don't want to lose all of the bold lines but I will have to decide how to draw the eye to one area more than the others. I have a good start with the transparent red and gold.
Crimson is mixed with Burnt Umber and lots of water. No Matte Medium is used here so the paint stays transparent. Cadmium Yellow Medium is mixed with Burnt Umber, again without Matte Medium.
See the beginning of this painting here.
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Thursday, January 19, 2017
Beginning Ten
Part One
Another in the series using scales stencils. I did a time lapse video of this painting and posted on Instagram. (You'll have to tell me if you can view that. I have no idea if the link will work.)
I think the fact that almost everything is neutral color keeps this from looking too busy.
A light wash of Burnt Umber is applied and allowed to dry. Purple scales are added with a large stencil then warm grey is used for the smaller scales stencil. Black marker for the marks along the right and left edges, then light grey is washed over much of the painting.
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Another in the series using scales stencils. I did a time lapse video of this painting and posted on Instagram. (You'll have to tell me if you can view that. I have no idea if the link will work.)
I think the fact that almost everything is neutral color keeps this from looking too busy.
A light wash of Burnt Umber is applied and allowed to dry. Purple scales are added with a large stencil then warm grey is used for the smaller scales stencil. Black marker for the marks along the right and left edges, then light grey is washed over much of the painting.
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Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Beginning Nine
Part One
Beginning Nine is not speaking to me at all. This is where it started and this is where it still is after several days.
I sprayed the canvas lightly with water and dribbled on paint that is antique gold in color. That's it. I'm not coming up with anything for this one... maybe later.
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Beginning Nine is not speaking to me at all. This is where it started and this is where it still is after several days.
I sprayed the canvas lightly with water and dribbled on paint that is antique gold in color. That's it. I'm not coming up with anything for this one... maybe later.
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Friday, January 13, 2017
Painting Four Continues
Part Two
Sometimes I want art to be gorgeous and sometimes I want it to be creepy. This one is kind of creepy and I like it. I haven't decided yet if it's finished or not.
A bit of Burnt Umber in the lower right with lots of water. Then streaks of Crimson are added.
Stepping back it looks a bit like a scary yellow and white cat is thinking about doing bad things while you are sleeping.
See the beginning of this painting here.
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Sometimes I want art to be gorgeous and sometimes I want it to be creepy. This one is kind of creepy and I like it. I haven't decided yet if it's finished or not.
A bit of Burnt Umber in the lower right with lots of water. Then streaks of Crimson are added.
Stepping back it looks a bit like a scary yellow and white cat is thinking about doing bad things while you are sleeping.
See the beginning of this painting here.
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Saturday, January 7, 2017
Beginning Four
Part One
I really enjoyed how quickly the previous painting came together. I wanted it simple and was very satisfied with the result. I'll try again to keep the design simple here.
Yellow, medium tan and light tan are applied with a large brush.
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I really enjoyed how quickly the previous painting came together. I wanted it simple and was very satisfied with the result. I'll try again to keep the design simple here.
Yellow, medium tan and light tan are applied with a large brush.
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Tuesday, January 20, 2015
Buttercups
30 Paintings of Comfort and Joy, Number Twelve
Painting flowers and abstract are wonderfully enjoyable to me. I got a two-for-one deal here.
I am obviously pining for Spring with these last two paintings. Winter can be lovely to paint and I may try a Winter landscape but I'm already ready for warmer days. I did take a walk last night (trying to get in those 10,000 steps). It was dark and chilly and the walking path was quite clear of other people, if a bit slippery. Don't worry tho- I had my flashlight and reflective vest so I made my attempts at safety, anyway.
I am having some trouble with my lighting again so some more experimentation is in order, I guess. Forgive me for the shiny areas.
"Buttercups"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
Painting flowers and abstract are wonderfully enjoyable to me. I got a two-for-one deal here.
I am obviously pining for Spring with these last two paintings. Winter can be lovely to paint and I may try a Winter landscape but I'm already ready for warmer days. I did take a walk last night (trying to get in those 10,000 steps). It was dark and chilly and the walking path was quite clear of other people, if a bit slippery. Don't worry tho- I had my flashlight and reflective vest so I made my attempts at safety, anyway.
I am having some trouble with my lighting again so some more experimentation is in order, I guess. Forgive me for the shiny areas.
"Buttercups"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Half Spool
30 Paintings of Comfort and Joy, Number Nine
Only a small amount of lovely purple thread left on the spool.
Sewing. I do enjoy sewing. Especially in the winter time. When my 30 paintings are completed, I will begin work on some quilting projects. In the past, my quilt tops have all been made by machine while the actual quilting portion has been done by hand. I intend to get a free-motion quilting foot for my machine (an old model of questionable quality -- so wish me luck!) and probably a table because crawling around on the floor for cutting fabric and sandwiching the quilt layers is becoming less desirable all the time.
"Half Spool"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
Only a small amount of lovely purple thread left on the spool.
Sewing. I do enjoy sewing. Especially in the winter time. When my 30 paintings are completed, I will begin work on some quilting projects. In the past, my quilt tops have all been made by machine while the actual quilting portion has been done by hand. I intend to get a free-motion quilting foot for my machine (an old model of questionable quality -- so wish me luck!) and probably a table because crawling around on the floor for cutting fabric and sandwiching the quilt layers is becoming less desirable all the time.
"Half Spool"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
Monday, January 12, 2015
Tea with Lemon
30 Paintings of Comfort and Joy, Number Eight
A bit of freezing rain this morning makes me extra glad for a hot cup of tea in the morning. Yikes! I hope it warms up a bit by the time I need to venture out after waiting for school delays to lift.
Lemons are the obvious star of this painting. I think lemons and apples are probably the most common things artists paint (besides flowers?). The lemons under the spot light certainly refreshed my studio.
I have gotten behind on the paintings but that's okay. Life is complicated sometimes. I still intend to do 30 paintings.
"Tea with Lemon"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
A bit of freezing rain this morning makes me extra glad for a hot cup of tea in the morning. Yikes! I hope it warms up a bit by the time I need to venture out after waiting for school delays to lift.
Lemons are the obvious star of this painting. I think lemons and apples are probably the most common things artists paint (besides flowers?). The lemons under the spot light certainly refreshed my studio.
I have gotten behind on the paintings but that's okay. Life is complicated sometimes. I still intend to do 30 paintings.
"Tea with Lemon"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Cherry Cordial
30 Paintings of Comfort and Joy, Number Seven
Tools of the trade. Do you ever fall so in love with something you've made that you just want to keep it forever? That is this painting for me. I want to share it and yet I want to keep it. It's available for sale now, but that might change.
"Cherry Cordial"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This paintings is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
Tools of the trade. Do you ever fall so in love with something you've made that you just want to keep it forever? That is this painting for me. I want to share it and yet I want to keep it. It's available for sale now, but that might change.
"Cherry Cordial"
6" x 6" oil on Gessobord
This paintings is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
Saturday, September 13, 2014
30-in-30, Day Thirteen. Cage Free Series 020
Sisters Get a Treat
Cage Free Series 020
These two sisters have come running for a treat and impatiently wait at their owner's feet.
Chickens are so beautiful and yet hilarious. Just look at the shape of the hind-end on these two. It makes me laugh and I want to hug them.
"Sisters Get a Treat"
6" x 6" oil on gessobord, unframed.
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
See the other participating artists on Leslie Saeta's blog.
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Cage Free Series 020
These two sisters have come running for a treat and impatiently wait at their owner's feet.
Chickens are so beautiful and yet hilarious. Just look at the shape of the hind-end on these two. It makes me laugh and I want to hug them.
"Sisters Get a Treat"
6" x 6" oil on gessobord, unframed.
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
See the other participating artists on Leslie Saeta's blog.
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Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Cage Free -- 30 in 30, Day Two
"Evening Male"
Cage Free 009
Photographing my art so that the photo looks like the painting has proved to be quite an adventure. Every time I think I have it looking really good, I see some thing I want to change or tweak just a bit so it looks even better. I don't have a ton of money for photography equipment and I think I have figured out my new camera enough to make it work really well (for now).
"Evening Male"
6" x 6" oil on gessobord, unframed.
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
See the rest of the 30-in-30 paintings for the day on Leslie Saeta's blog.
Cage Free 009
Photographing my art so that the photo looks like the painting has proved to be quite an adventure. Every time I think I have it looking really good, I see some thing I want to change or tweak just a bit so it looks even better. I don't have a ton of money for photography equipment and I think I have figured out my new camera enough to make it work really well (for now).
"Evening Male"
6" x 6" oil on gessobord, unframed.
This painting is available through Daily Paintworks Auction.
See the rest of the 30-in-30 paintings for the day on Leslie Saeta's blog.
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