Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Painting from the Pasture

Painting From the Pasture
Acrylic on masonite, 5x7

As the final assignment in a figure class this month, I have painted myself!  The photo reference in from the civil war reenactment we had in the pasture, where I invited the MVIS artists to capture the event in paint.  One of the women from the camp loaned me her dress, and voila - I became a period painter!  The hat is one I paint in, and the apron was one I had tucked away from who knows where!  Using my limited palette of acrylics, I blocked in the values and colors that shape the scene.  Next, I tweak those masses using loose, impressionistic strokes.....although I may have tightened up a bit on my palette and brushes.  They are prized possessions that make my life a joy - so, I guess they’re allowed the extra attention!  Twice, I have forgotten to pack my make-up and curling iron on out of town plein air trips, but I always have my art supplies with me!!  This is painting number 1183 in 1183 days.
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9 comments:

  1. Love this, what a wonderful idea to paint yourself in the costume. Happy PPF, hugs, Valerie

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  2. Utterly charming painting.
    Happy PPF and April 🌷

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  3. what a beautiful painting of your beautiful self!

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  4. Gorgeous and feels so timeless!! Wow impressive as always!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  5. Your painting is amazing. No wonder considering how many you have done.

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  6. Just beautiful. I love how your incorporate color.

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  7. utterly incredible... wow... I really love this not just because your skills are insane, but the fact that you dressed up and painted as part of a reenactment is even more fabulous

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