Here is the progress I am making on this painting. The original painting is getting buried deeper with each step and is barely visible now. It is also getting more realistic. I do love coloring over the rough collage surface. I noticed some adjustments I need to make in a few areas. I also need to integrate the clothing with the face and hands, stylistically. I think I can leave the background alone. The painting is taking on a life of its own and becoming quite different than my original intention. That's fine with me. Sometimes original intention is just the impetus that gets us started and the fun journey is to see where it leads.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
PROGRESS
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16 comments:
Its pretty cool to see your paintings evolve!!
Love the molding of the face - so well done!
Yummy textures and colors. I love that you nearly obliterated the original under painting, but I know it affects the outcome anyway.
The transformation is remarkable, Myrna. I'm particularly struck by the geometry and columnar strength of the hand supporting your head.
I love it !!! I need to try some of this!
this is absolutely stunningly beautiful! I can't wait to see your slide show of the progression of this piece. I hope you will have one!!!
Hi Myrna, This portrait has power! Such strong color. I think the under-layers add to the mystery.
Really love the jewel tone colors and the textures in the face. I liked it through every stage.
Fantastic texture....love especially that close up you posted.
Beautiful work! Very rich color and texture. Thanks so much for sharing your process.
Your blog is so interesting as I'm working in a similar way on big paintings of buildings, Norwich Cathedral at the moment; painting over collage over painting is like driving too fast down a dirt track...
Gosh I love this journey, so glad I am on it with you!
I like this portrait a lot. It is very intense. The deep set eyes seem to me the center of the painting, which draws you in.
From there my eyes travel around to discover textures and shapes, which
are subtle, but there.
Love your bold colors and that texture coming through is awesome. It adds an entirely new dimension to this portrait.
I agree with BMoon...the close up shot is so interesting. I love seeing all the little lines. Great picture!
wow. just wow.
i love it.
kelly
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