Saturday, July 18, 2020

elaine t., July 18

Another version of the Émile painting. I like my brushwork and sunny skin highlights in this one, but I made his face a little cockeyed.  😖  Maybe third time will be the charm?

 I may also go for a fourth version; I've been wanting to try a more graphic, posterized style that focuses on color rather than realism.

3 comments:

  1. ekoJuly 18, 2020 at 1:01 PM

    Another good one! I love the sun on his hair. And you've simplified the highlights and shadows in his face. It works beautifully. He looks so young and spontaneous. And I dont' see what's cockeyed about his face.

    Interesting about the posterization. I've been thinking of simplification and posterization this week too. Do it! I want to get inspired and learn from what you do.

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  2. sjdJuly 18, 2020 at 1:39 PM

    This guy looks great! The dark background makes him pop but it also competes for attention. Maybe try lightening Lon the edge so it isn’t so monolithic? He such a cutie!

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  3. paoJuly 20, 2020 at 8:55 AM

    It's like he became more clearly in focus. And looks even more charming in the process. What a sweetie. You think the face is cockeyed? I guess you can never have too many Emiles, right?

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