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Another model painted from a photo supplied by Chesapeake Fine Arts Studio. I am enjoying painting these models.
I wish I had stopped after my first pass, below. I really do like all the white space.
The prettiness of the pink parasol seduced me though, and once I painted that, I figured I should do her kimono as well.
7 comments:
I think your finished piece turned out REALLY well!! the lines of the parasol draw us into the face and you've done it so well.
Thank you, Rachel. Those radiating lines really appealed to me and I was afraid they'd be too storng, overpowering, so I'm glad you think they work!
Gorgeous Laura...I like the parasol it adds dimension to her portrait. Have a great week.
It is amazing to see how you start these portraits - you really get right in there with the facial planes and shapes and it looks great - I did think the first pass of the pink was delicious but see why you went back to tone it down (you don’t want it to be all about the parasol), but wonder about the muted color. Only because I’m used to bright reds and golds in kimonos and parasols and these colors are very soft. Not a criticism in any way because the painting is lovely - just not what was expected (which is probably a good thing (not the usual = not trite and overdone).
Thank you, Debbie and Rhonda.
I was, subconsciously, I think, trying to mute the pink so it wouldn't compete with the more delictae colors in the face, but, now that you have me thinking about it ... I think a nice, vivid pink might actually be better! It would frame the face, and make a nice contrast! I just may put another wash over it. If I do, I'll let you know. Thanks!
This is lovely, Laura!
I agree, the parasol and the pink adds a lot to this portrait! Love it!
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