3.)More size adjustments, more birds, more 'attitude'. I think this will be the final composition. I can individualize each bird more as I paint them.
2.)Here I've adjusted the sizes of a few birds, corrected the feet and played with attitude(posturing).
1.) I tightened the grouping so the birds relate more to one another.I was watching the finale of The Housewives of Beverly Hills a few nights ago(inspiration can come from the darnest places) and the episode ended in a huge explosion of verbal dynamite. This particular group altercation took place at a large gathering, a birthday party actually. Long story short, it was interesting to observe how various individuals reacted to the con-flab. It gave me some added inspiration to apply to my composition. I've added more birds, grouped them more tightly and adjusted their sizes and attitudes. I decided I wasn't concerned about realistic size relationship(perspective), leaving larger birds behind smaller birds. I've also experimented, painting with a different medium...Speedball ink. DS Iridescent Electric blue watercolor paint applied over black Speedball ink makes a pretty convincing crow. Who knew?
2 comments:
I like the grouping you have now for the birds Billie. Funny where inspiration strikes isn't it?
And yes, the DS Electric Blue is fabulous and over the black ink should be very effective.
The dead of winter takes its toll on all of us. I haven't been as productive lately and can't seem to get started on much that is significant.
It's SO cold here I rarely leave the house so you'd think I'd be painting up a storm, Jeanette. Instead I've been waffling and not producing anything. I dunno. Glad to hear I'm not alone.
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