by CarlOwen » Sun Dec 11, 2016 3:38 pm
Next post. Step four. I have finished with the white background. Don't actually know the science of it, but it seems to me that colors laid on a truly white background appear more brilliant than on the black and grey backgrounds taught by artist instructors. It is easier to paint on the darker backgrounds because the subject matter stands out more. But I just can't get the same brilliance as with the white background. So, moving on.
Are you bored yet? Getting impatient to see the start of the painting? Well, you have. These four steps is what it takes me to start a painting. That is of course after the thinking process that can last a few hours to a few years. I am also impatient for the paint to dry. Although, it gives me more time to mull over the approach and overall construction of the painting. The pallet knife strikes are smoother on this canvas to give a softer and more personal reflective visually restful presentation.
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