Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Bright Eyed
Mixed Media on Arches Cover Paper
14" x 14"
(framed dimensions)
$110.00 plus $20.00 shipping
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The real challenge in working from this reference photo was the intense bright light that washed away some of the edges and facial features.  I really had to work at painting what I was seeing rather than what I know to be true, especially where the mouth and teeth were concerned.  I so wanted to finish that top lip!

3 comments:

Brenda Ferguson said...

Outstanding. I love the yellow light, beautiful eyes and warm glow on the inner hat.

Katie Wilson said...

Great eyes. I like the yellow glow.

Karen Bruson said...

Another great portrait. Love the series.