I have created art in just about every medium: watercolor, pastel,
acrylic, collage, pen and ink, and charcoal. But my new love is oil
paint. The rich colors and buttery consistency are so much fun!
I
recently joined a movement of 'daily painters,' though sometimes it is
more like 'weekly.' I like to set up small still life scenes using
natural light - often sunlight because I like the dramatic shadows when
the sun is low and I like the warm, yellow cast of the light, especially
on organic objects. I start out painting true to form and color in
order to refine my skill, but I often jump off and exaggerate light, color and
shape, particularly shadow, in order to create interesting compositions and movement.
I try to learn something from every
painting, so you'll sometimes see my analysis. This blog is a way to
record the lessons I learn and keep track of my progress.
Happy painting!
Jeralyn
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