Can I just say how good it is to be back in the USA after a summer away? I welcomed my dishwasher, dryer, and easel with open arms! It was a wonderful experience, but it's always good to come back home and get back to work. As I've been trying to unpack and put my life back together, I came across this painting I did back in 2007. I liked the complementary color scheme and the look on the little girl's face, and decided to take the painting further. It's amazing how my vision continues to change, what I thought looked finished four years ago, looked pretty dreadful next to my more recent paintings. I had to start by correcting the drawing, the whole face was too narrow and the eyes were uneven. I also had to add A LOT more opacity to the skin, why did I paint so transparent back then? I've learned that painting a little thicker adds a more three dimensional feel to the painting. I also toned down the green in the background. I've learned you don't need to beat people over the head with the color scheme, and choosing a dominant and subordinate is important. I decided to let red take the lead.
Anyways, for those of you that are still out there following my blog after a summer away, thank you! There will definitely be more to come shortly!
7 7/8" x 9 7/8" oil on panel
6 comments:
Oh Jen I love it!! What a difference!! Who knew you could get even BETTER?? haha. You never cease to amaze me.
Thanks sweet girl. Getting better is always the goal. Sometimes you feel like you're just running on a treadmill and not really making much progess, so posts like these are a treat. You're realizing all the hard work really is paying off. :)
Wow, yes, such a difference. What a cute little face.
I love read about your learning. I learn from you. Welcome home!
Martha, I'm glad you're learning. That totally makes keeping a blog worth it!
Beautiful work! You got it.
Usha
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