untitled mixed media on canvas
this is is a canvas that i've had in a partially done stage
for a while. you can see a partial transfer in the bottom right corner.
it never felt right. this go round i painted the whole canvas
with gold, turned it around and around until i finally
saw this face. i sketched her in pencil then painted her in acrylic
the painting was too shiny so i added some oil pastel then rubbed
some off.
whew. she did not come easily.
Love the texture on this piece and the colors are terrific. She is awesome. Thanks.
ReplyDeletegloria
oh wow Irene..I love all your faces and artwork at all!
ReplyDeleteamazing!
I hope everyone will enlarge this to see the fantastic sheen and the colors. Awesome.
ReplyDelete:) Irene I just love that gold, I often find the pieces I really have to work at please me most, something about winning the battle I think. Enlarged it as Faye suggested and Yes, fabulous colours.
ReplyDeleteShe's beautiful I love the look on her face.
ReplyDeleteYour work is amazing. This face is so peaceful.
ReplyDeletePS: Visitors, if you click on Irene's picture it will enlarge. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely lovely layering! These are both so ethereal-looking.
ReplyDeleteIrene you art work is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting way to find her, but You did it and the painting is wonderful. It is so artistic and mythic. I like this very much.
ReplyDeleteYes, the texture is totally amazing. The colors are perfect. I like the hidden face, too. You are really moving into your portrait self. Congratulations all around. Can't wait to see the others from now to the end of the month.
ReplyDeleteAnd an excellent way to end the critiques and free your creative spirit.
ReplyDeleteLove the expression in her face. The eyes are very intruiguing.
ReplyDeletexx Monique