Do I want to continue developing the detail in this background and create a barnyard scene?
Or do I want the birds to be the main subject with a few simple stands of grass to frame them?
Planning the entire painting
before actually starting it is always preferable. However, if you've ever found yourself stuck for background ideas
after you've completed the foreground subject/subjects this is a great way to try different options without ruining your painting. Here I've printed out two copies of Duck Duck Goose on cheap printing paper and penciled in a couple possible backgrounds. I can even add color with Prismacolor pencils to see which colors will work best. I'm still undecided but I can continue to experiment indefinitely or until my printer ink runs out.
Another thing to consider is the intention of the artist which will impact the type of background chosen. Do I want to paint a farm scene with a few ducks and a goose in the foreground or do I want the birds to star?
2 comments:
Very good idea Billie! One of those "why didn't I think of that?" moments for me! LOL
For what it's worth, I prefer the simpler background.
I've ruined more paintings by just plowing ahead w/o a plan, Patty. I'm not sure where I learned this trick but it's a good one.
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