I intend to use many glazes to achieve a rich dark background as in the previous two peony paintings below.However, this time, instead of painting a white peony, I have chosen a soft pink one. The bloom was past its prime, but at least there was a bit of sunshine and shadows on this one.
Below you can see the work in progress on Arches bright white 140 lb CP. The size is approximately 11" X 14".
The first photo shows the work as I am leaving it tonight: the background is almost finished. It's black and dark green...The green may not show very much on certain monitors. The flower and leaves are covered with either liquid or film miskit.
The second photo shows the drawing with the miskit. I spent more time than usual on this drawing: I worked on it during a two-hour train ride yesterday:-) I removed many leaves that were on the photograph..I will see if this was a wise decision of not...
I hope that I will find the time after work this week to complete this painting. I need a small painting for a show starting Sunday.. I will keep my fingers crossed that this one will be good enough. Otherwise, do you think the previous peony would do?
Have a great week.
Yippie! Taking a front row seat!!!!
ReplyDeleteOh!, Deb, you will give me stage fright...unless you have popcorn to share:-)
ReplyDeleteOh I'll bring popcorn...and maybe some chocolate too! And how about some wine...just to relax you ! LOL!
ReplyDeleteLovely background !
ReplyDeleteI adore paeonies so will be looking forward to seeing the finished painting!
Thank you, Pat. I also really love peonies. I am just starting to work on the leaves now.
ReplyDeleteI do so love your current peony series and look forward to seeing how this current pink one turns out. Thanks for sharing the stages. Trust you get it finished in time for the show.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joan.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, it won't be finished in time for the group show that starts tomorrow. I am currently still working on the leaves. It's at the ugly stage right now and I can't tell how it will turn out. I will work on it today and will post an update this weekend.
Take care and I am glad that you enjoyed your holiday.
I enjoy seeing your process and progress on this one. I love peony paintings and this will be lovely.
ReplyDeleteGoing to be a nice one. Thanks for the process.
ReplyDeleteBarb and Gary, I appreciate the vote of confidence...even if it makes me more than a bit nervous. I will try my best no disappoint you:-) Thank you so much for your continued support - it really means a lot to me.
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