First, Thanks so much to all of you--you've really made my day!
Sharon -- I've been trying to think through and make considered decisions on color theme/composition etc. ahead of time rather than just jumping right in and winging it. You commented on an earlier thread about how much planning and forethought you put into your pieces. I'm seeing what a difference it makes! It's nice to know that sometimes now I'm getting it right!
Linda -- Hmmm... that's interesting, the indoor vs. the outdoor light, I don't think it's been a conscious choice. The more recent commissions I've gotten have been indoor settings, I was going to say because that's been the clients' choice. But now I'm sitting here wondering whether I've influenced those choices during the photo shoots (because it's easier to get a reference of the subject that works for me)?
Chris -- well, thanks! I think painting the flesh tones from life made a big difference on this piece.
John -- Thanks! And your point is well taken. We did try several variations of gaze at the photo shoot and felt the straight-on gaze was most engaging of those. In any case, I couldn't bear to change her eyes at this point...
Hi Pat! -- The workshop with Tim Tyler that I took this summer has really given me a boost, I think. I've learned so much from this forum, but somehow the direct and immediate feedback,and being shown
how hit at a more subconscious, intuitive level -- at least for me... I only get to spend about 20-30 hours/week actually painting --though sometimes very late at night. I'm rather haphazard about it and paint when the mood strikes me. It could be midnight and I'm ready to call it a day, when something about the painting will nag at me, and the next thing I know it's 4am and I've got brushes to clean! Of course, on those mornings it's really a drag to get the kids off to school!
Thanks Heidi! I agree. I think also you've got to believe you can do it...
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