Breaking out of my comfort zone…
I have previously shunned portraits because embarrassingly for an artist, I have a problem with face recognition, and technically portraits is a challenging subject. I am however starting to enjoy it as an exercise in intense observation, and maybe I will start to recognise people better 😂🤣😂
Last Sunday, I accidentally embarked on a challenging portrait painting experience whilst watching award winning artist Christian Hook for 4 hours as he painted Will Young on Sky TV FB live.
About 10 mins in, I forgot my mental block, picked up my art supplies and joined in. This mad marathon session turned out to be so much fun. I forgot to eat, my back was killing me, but the sense of accomplishment was worth it, and I am happy to be part of this art community.
This is my finished portrait.
Size A4
Acrylic on paper
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June 1, 2020 at 17:35
Same as your art. I’ve told how amazed I am at your videos and how fast you sketch, without even a pencil draft. Your hand knows exactly where the ear of the dog comes. And the other ear. And then the dragonfly. That takes years of practice. (All for our pleasure)
June 1, 2020 at 14:09
You are probably right. I don’t question good writing and the years perfecting that!
June 1, 2020 at 00:08
When art is good, it looks so easy right? (To others). You write a story, if it works, nobody thinks of the hours spent in writing, re-reading, editing. I’m sure most realize your talent… 🌹
May 31, 2020 at 13:51
Thank you
May 31, 2020 at 06:24
Yes i remember my practice ones from last year, people think you can wake up and be good at something but they don’t see all the effort going on, well i hope people see it here 🌹