So, I've returned to observational work (I still have 5 or so paintings going at the moment, but most are not from observation). I find it incredibly refreshing to work again from life. Decisions based in direct observation have a subtlety that is perhaps lacking in my other work. It's not done yet (obviously) but I am hoping to have it finished within the week- it's probably at about 85% right now. The color in the photo is a little wonky- it seems like digital cameras have trouble with the purple/yellow combination.
I have a tendency to over emphasize the features; sometimes I correct for that, but this time I let it go. I think it looks more interesting that way...
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