I finished my Violet Underpainting class assignment a week ago but I left it at the studio to dry. I ended up leaving the fabric more violet than it actually is because I liked the purple/yellow complement. The value study exercises have really helped me.Last Monday in class I started a new exercise. Each exercise is designed to have you use a different technique as you approach a painting. The goal is to have you explore different techniques, styles, and results as you develop your own style. The next exercise uses a combination of a value lay-in with a large filbert, applying color with a flat in short cross-hatching strokes, and finishing details with a round brush. I found a reference photo of a large MacKenzie-Childs planter made with broken pottery pieces and filled with lush greenery and flowers. Can't wait to get back to it tomorrow!
It's the perfect weather day to stay cozy in the house and get out the paints. When I was at the workshop with Elizabeth Pruitt I picked up a still life packet with brass and white roses. I can't wait to paint it today! AND I may even get out the clay! I have a small tin just begging to be covered!
Enjoy YOUR day!
Kathy
Contact Kathy At kathysweeney@gmail.com
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