Hello again painting fans.
This week I will be continuing with the Cold Spring, NY scene. The photo that I’m using is seen directly below. I’ll be using my usual acrylic paints on a 5×7 inch canvas.
When last seen, the painting appeared as it does in the photo directly below.
Since that time I have continued to work on the painting.
There are several changes for this week’s cycle. First, there is the wall. I’ve attempted to paint those stones. They are not bad but might need a little tweaking. The bush above the wall has been reshaded but still needs some work. The wheel of the left side car has also received some shading. Finally, I’ve begun to add the proper amount of shadow to the gable ends of the building. These shadows will need much more adjustment.
The current state of the painting is seen in the photo directly below.
I’ll have more progress to show you next week. See you then.
Earlier paintings in this series can be seen here.
Open it is.
I can tell a lot of work is going into this particular painting. It will pay off. The ones that take the effort always do. This one is coming along well. I imagine the final work will be fantastic.
Thanks DD! I would settle for just plain good.
Nothing wrong with that either. Which reminds me – I have a set of photos that I will have some fun sorting through. Between Vienna and the overnight layover in Amsterdam (not nearly enough time to properly enjoy that lovely city, but enough to enjoy at least a little) I have a treasure trove of photos and experiences. Still a lot in the world that is beautiful.
What do you do with all of your paintings boran2? Do you keep them all? Gift them to friends and family? Have an occasional ritualistic bonfire?
Hi ejmw. I recently gave some crappy ones to the local Goodwill. I’ve got a bunch just sitting in a closet and cabinet. I’ve got to thin out the herd again soon.