Before I get on with it, I just wanted to let you know that the finished portraits have their own gallery page on my website. Okey dokey. When we last met, Phoenix was in a lovely, watery blue period. The scary part is then doing something that might wreck it, or at least send it … Read More “portrait Marathon update: Phoenix progress – The Scary Phase”
I had to salvage a website that went down in flames today, which set me back. But Phoenix rises from the ashes! All cool blues (for the moment). Looks like Delft, don’t you think? I really almost hate to go past this point, it’s so pretty. But, the final product should be worth it. Maybe … Read More “portrait Marathon update: Phoenix progress – The Blue Phase”
Some folks have expressed interest in the progress pictures, which I didn’t post for Quilty. So, we’ll go backwards in time here to get a look at how she ended up done. Here’s the reference photo: I have to start these by cropping the photo down to fill as much of the canvas as I … Read More “Portrait Marathon update: Quilty progress (going backwards in time)”
Had a rough day here, with a sick kitty, but enjoyed being able to lose myself in Quilty’s bossy barking presence. She seemed to be demanding, “ME!! PAY ATTENTION! TO ME!!“ So, here’s Quilty, in all her bossy splendor. Heathers, I hope you enjoy the portrait! I’ve got Saturday-ish things to do today, but I’ll … Read More “Portrait Marathon update: Quilty is done”
Celeste turned out kind of moody, kind of 19th century, I think. I’m pleased. I hope you like her, Laura! 🙂 Thanks for the opportunity to work out the unique challenges of this particular painting. (I can say that now! LOL ) I’m off to take a sick kitty to the vet. When I get … Read More “Portrait Marathon Update: Celeste is Done”
Xan’s Portrait Marathon. n. An event during which an artist or artists produce portraits in a concentrated fashion over a set period of time. Participants submit photos for reference, and agree to purchase the finished portrait at a set price. Great fun for all! Fabulous gifts! Here are the details: This marathon will be a … Read More “Portrait Marathon Sign-ups are …….”
