I always hesitate posting beginning stage pictures of new works.
The underpainting is the first of many layers, the first minutes of many hours,
the underlying foundation on which to build.
To block in color and get rid of the glaring white of the blank canvas.
The underpainting is the first of many layers, the first minutes of many hours,
the underlying foundation on which to build.
To block in color and get rid of the glaring white of the blank canvas.
You shouldn't hesitate. An a decidedly non-artist, this is the stuff that fascinates me... Keep it coming! Oh, and sweet new blog format as well, have been away for a bit, looks great!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mike. As you know, I'm gearing up for some e-commerce so thought it best to spiff it up a bit.
DeleteWe're getting a ton of much needed rain up here, so what's good for the rivers is also good for the canvas. Lots of "in front of the easel" time.
Progression posts will follow!