The Next Sketch Is

[PaintBoss]

This was my first portrait in acrylic for an exchange. I remember the nose and mouth not lining up in the reference photo. And I still see it here and I want to change it.But that would not have been accurate. first time I used a neutral gray background. And I have to say I liked working from it better than white. Which I’ve heard many artists say over the years. I do you recommend it.
Next: something dream like

 

[john]

Looks great to me Christine. Acrylic? Wow. The shading, not that I'm a portrait painter but it looks great. It has an accurate yet artistic touch.

This is titled August at Rothko Cafe. I was actually dreaming of this painting while I was putting it together. Sort of took over my brain for a while, for better or worse. Art can be that way I guess.

Oil.... medium size

next, more dreaminess..

 

[PaintBoss]

I love that you were dreaming and creating it at the same time John! Lots to ponder and discover in your painting-a very cool title too!
Also, thank you for the kind words regarding my portrait. I was used to pencil, so that was a big jump for me.

 

[Enyaw]

Tells a good tale John.

 

[Jade]

 

[Jade]

Beautifully done, Christine - I like the style a lot.

John - very cool painting.. I like the dream link.

 

[PaintBoss]

Thank you Jade.

 

[Sanlynn]

Next: something fanciful.

 

[PaintBoss]

Oh, that’s so lovely. I find it very peaceful to look at.

 

[Jade]

X posted from Drawing Practice and Scavenger Hunt.
Next: something surreal

 

[PaintBoss]

That is such a sweet drawing Jade
Here’s a really tiny watercolor. I think it’s about 2.5” x 2.5“.
Next: an object

 

[Sanlynn]

Next: still life.

 

[PaintBoss]

Oh, I just love your little Igor!
This was an unfinished watercolour challenge.
Next: seasonal memories

 

[Jade]

Thanks PaintBoss I love both of these. The first reminds me of neurographic art.. KreativeK mentioned it here recently. The statue is stunning.. beautiful light / shading. Love the hollyhock details.

Sanlynn - oh my, such a sweet Eeyore ! He looks so soft.

 

[PaintBoss]

Thanks Jade!

 

[TK H-H]

Wow, that statue piece really glows!

 

[PaintBoss]

Thanks. I really tried to pay attention to the values so I could portray that illuminated light effect at night.

 

[PaintBoss]

Well, I gave the next piece seasonal memories, but if no one has any of that, maybe you would like to post a piece from a challenge. It doesn’t have to be finished, and it can be any challenge you’ve ever done anywhere.

 

[Enyaw]

Always love winter and there are always memories in winter pieces .. peaceful time in the interior.
next is pots and pans ...

 

[PaintBoss]

Very nice Enyaw. Particularly like the way you handled the light and also gave some energy to the piece with your brush strokes.