Thursday, November 11, 2010

Mountain Man


Here is the third portrait we did in the workshop last week. The "Mountain Man" is probably as loose as I've ever painted...certainly as loose as I've ever thought about when ever starting a painting. This goes against my usual technique in that this is painted light to dark with different glazes going on rather than charging in with dark to light. I must say that I like the skin tones and freshness of this one. The trick with me seems to be NOT to go back in and "fiddle". Oh, the hangover from my pen/ink years is sure hard to overcome. This also a quarter sheet on Arches #140. This is also painted on about a 5" vertical slant which is a bit higher than my usual 2" block.

12 comments:

  1. It seems like you take to any new technique like a duck to water, Mollie.
    He is absolutely gorgeous - such warmth in his expression.

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  2. Mollie - this is just fabulous! The light catching the tip of the nose is wonderful. Will we see more portraits from you??

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  3. Sharon has taken the words right out of my mouth, Mollie. This is a fantastic portrait! Wow! I am so impressed.

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  4. Thanks Pat, Tracy, Sharon and Christiane. I respect you all so much as artists and your encouragement is very much appreciated. This portrait stuff is new to me and it sure is fun so far.

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  5. You defined the light shining from the side so well. And I like the fact that even his eyes are in the shade they are still shining reflecting the blue of the sky and his T-shirt.

    Very good painting Mollie,
    Thanks,
    Irina

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  6. Thank you, Irina...I really enjoyed doing these first portraits.

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  7. A fantastic portrait Mollie. I just found your blog and am truly delighted with your work. Everything is fresh and lovely. I like your technique here with this one too. :)

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  8. Thanks so much Crystal. Just visited your site and your work is stunning! I'm very honored that you stopped by.

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  9. The portrait is very good, Molly.I like the soft tones here very much!The Portraits below are also very good.The cat looks fantastic.

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  10. Thanks Arti...this is especially nice coming from you as I love your portraits.

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  11. Absolutely stunning Mollie...I love everything about this, he looks so gentle....

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