Sometimes I just need to get the oils out and sketch. The last few days have not been easy and I've struggled to accomplish anything worthwhile. But late yesterday, I set up a small (10x8) canvas and started to work from a few photos I shot last winter. I worked quickly and the piece came together very well.I really like this one.
4 comments:
Very nice Jim! Hope you do more like this.
Thanks Jeremy. These small oils are a lot of fun. I'm always looking for models.
Me too! Only problem is how to approach people. Sometimes I see someone who I would love to paint but have no idea how to ask them without offending (or just seeming wierd). I have of course done my share of life drawing classes etc and can ask poeple there but what if one has exhausted that avenue? I have thought of perhaps putting an ad in the local paper. Or maybe a note on the local college noticeboard? Any ideas? By the way, congrats on your BIA acceptance - very nice painting, your horned owl too!
I usually don't have a problem approaching people about modeling. Most folks think I'm a little... different. No sweat :) A note on a college notice board is a great idea. I may use that one. I think when I get into plein air painting a little more, that will be a good way to recruit models too. People are always a little curious.
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