Here is the completed painting with no obstruction. It does seem like it's my masterpiece. It must be because it's so large. On the blog, of course, it looks like the same size of all of the other pictures I post, but in person it takes up a lot of space and makes a statement.
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| #227 - Dorian - 18" x 24" - hard board |
I want to focus on painting landscapes, but I am also going to have to work on some additional, large cat paintings.
With any luck, I am purchasing my own easel tomorrow. It would be a floor model, not a table top version. It was on Craig's List and the price was right.
That is STUNNING!!!!!! The whiskers! That expressive face! It's incredible. I also have a huge soft spot for Hammett (and all orange cats, as well as tuxedo cats, Siamese cats, giant cats, cats with disabilities. . .). I've been looking at landscapes everywhere I go and think about how would I paint THAT??? And looking at water reflections and clouds and leaves of trees in the sun. I've also been looking at spots for us for the 30th.
ReplyDeleteThanks! I am looking forward to the 30th. I also might try to get out and paint outside on my own.
DeleteHi Robin - The whole time you have been learning to paint, I have been watching and wondering why you were painting such small pieces. I guess I didn't think to ask. I love painting big pieces. I can't paint small. I don't have the fine motor control and it makes me crazy - but BIG I can do. So maybe you should keep painting big because this painting is terrific! Maybe it will be easier for you too? We just got a new kitten from Swan's Island in Maine. Wait til you see him. Love the new easel. Peony scent is wafting in through the windows. See you soon. Kristin
ReplyDeleteThanks for the feedback! I don't mind painting small. At the same time painting large was very enjoyable! Have fun with the kitten! Robin
DeleteBeautiful! Those eyes! And I love the background. It's really interesting without being "busy". Also love the gentle lighting highlighting the kitty. I should be braver about painting big - I only tried once (also a cat portrait) and I didn't like how it turned out at all, I think I need to get a bigger brush.
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