Well, the name of the painting above is an apt title for getting back in the swing of things after holiday fun! I like to set up little arrangements to tune up my seeing after a break from the easel. Below is a shot of the (very simple) set-up:
I eliminated the fourth leaf and just tried to get some paint quality going. Time to re-learn an old lesson, namely, sometimes we forget how to paint ( at least I do! ) Remedy: get back to painting from life, and use big brushes, just as one of my painting friends reminded me not long ago - don't forget the Big Brush Theory. Oh, duh! I need to take my own advice, as we are off and running into this new and exciting year.
Beautiful everything. Such an elegant simple composition- I love it and would say you are right ready back in action for 2011!
ReplyDeleteI love the underpainting peeking through and am envious of your precise yet fresh brush strokes. Thanks also for sharing the photo of the subject. I learn a lot from painters who take the extra time to explain their process.
ReplyDeleteI like the simplicity and colors in this painting. You certainly know how to use a big brush - your strokes are lovely and controlled. Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful Nancy! I am taking your workshop in March and I so look forward to it!
ReplyDeleteI just discovered your blog and I love love love your work! I wish you would give a workshop here in San Antonio!
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