At the moment, only Debra Jones and I are Forum members, so, on behalf of the class , here are some images.
This class is a group of very strong painters. In these images the class is working from their own resource photos, taken previously under tungsten light, and using the sight-size method of painting, adapted to photographs, in the manner described by
Sharon Knettel.. This is a wonderful thread to review, and a chance to see her gorgeous pastel work. In summary, she says:
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I always plan my camera position and lighting before the model comes for final photos. I always check the model's height. I can then set up a dress form with a wigged styrofoam head and the outfit or something similar. That is very useful to check lighting, angles and focal lengths.
I use a combination of photos and live models. If the model is unavailable I put the outfit on my dress form in the same light she was photographed in. I only shoot with daylight film, no flash, strobes so I can paint the colors as they actually appear in my studio. There are astonishing surprises in color when you do that, instead of just relying on your print.
I get large prints at least 30" x 40" and place them right next to my easel. First I do a smaller study, about 3"x5' and have a photocopy enlargement made to the size I want to work and transfer it to my panel. I then make a rapid color study. As I stand about 15' from my easel I can see a larger print more easily. The further back you are from your work, the looser and bolder your strokes become. You are not so attached to each little detail at first.
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Here is Carol, with Athena.