I can't call this truly complete until my client gives it the "ok" but I've got all the elements painted at last. I felt a little pressured because this painting has lived on my kitchen table for the past month or more and Thanksgiving is coming fast. Just about every little detail has some meaning and importance so nothing could be omitted. Also, for some reason, I felt compelled to see this through to the end before starting another project. Sorry if I haven't posted many updates in the past few months but now you know why. It's also time to get this into a sleeve and put it away somewhere I can't see it for awhile so I can view it with fresh eyes. This is the first painting I ever dreamt about. I think it's because every single thing about this painting has taken me out of my comfort zone and much of it has relied on my imagination combined with my client's verbal descriptions. I don't paint children, I don't paint landscapes, I don't paint little 3" long cats or people's faces no more than an 1 1/4" in size. I guess I can't say any of that anymore.
Note: My client is happy with the portrait, I'm equally happy to report.
4 comments:
Haha no, you can not say that anymore! You have to experience everything in live including these things:) You did a beautiful job Billie. Your client will be very satisfied!
it is lovely. you did a sweet job.
Melinda (the baby)
Thank you, Renate.:)
Hi, Melinda! I'm so happy you like it. I'm trying to get a better photo but the days here have been so gloomy. I think I just ignored you on Yahoo messenger. I didn't recognize your name. Sorry.:( Please try again.
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