I started by painted the page with black gesso and drew a face over it. The dress is scrapbook paper with a wash of golden's quinacridone crimson on top. The paper was too white and the wash made it just right.
This one I used paper for the dress again. In the background I used paynes grey and some white gesso. I kept the black gesso for the hair but added carbon black and some watercolor crayons for highlights. I found it really interesting starting with a black background. If you need a change of pace give it a try.
Over the last couple of years I have taken quite a few classes and for some of them I either bought the videos or still have access to them. I have been watching them again and getting new insights. If you have not taking classes like me then there is a world of great videos on YouTube. Just do a search on your topic and you will be amazed at what you will find.
I love the idea of using paper as the clothing. I was just telling some friends last night that I can't do people...seeing these makes me really want to try!
ReplyDeleteLove these two girls....using the black underneath just seems to add depth to the paintings. I have two more planned but just no time to get busy on them. Maybe tonight.
ReplyDeletePam these are so lovely. I have not had much luck with Gesso... I guess I need more practice. Thanks for sharing your lovely ladies! Hugs to you.
ReplyDeleteYoure so right about youtube and watching classes! they are great. I do like the way youve done the dress with paper - great idea.
ReplyDeletelovely women, fun to read your process...always learning new things. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteYay for trying new things!
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