Can Lauren draw horses well yet?
Neigh!
I've dug out my old oil paints recently. I haven't painted in oils since highschool (5~ years ago), and at that point in my life I wasn't too hot a painter, period. Oils frustrated me and while I did a few nice still life paintings, all my "imaginative" attempts resulted in a smeary mess. But I want to take a shot at it again now that I'm older, wiser, and-- you know--can paint. Picked up some thinner, brushes, gesso, and hardboard a few days ago. Once I get the surfaces prepped I'm diving in! I expect it will be a humbling experience.
Yay, oil paints! I've only worked with them on one canvas ever in my life but they are totally awesome. I enjoy the blending.
ReplyDeleteThe horse is interesting, appearing victim of much consternation. The main issue, I think, with how you've painted this one is the unusual light setup, with the cheek mound appearing recessed in shadow while the forward neck muscles have been shaded thus. Part of what makes dark horses pretty, though, is the shine let off by the very short fur, which I think you have allotted plentifully (♥).
The thoroughbred of sin.
Ah, yes--I used an old b&w family photograph from when my mother used to jump horses as a reference. There was a strong light source that obscured all the shine, and I didn't do such a hot job of altering it consistently.
ReplyDeleteStill, considering a few months ago I could not draw horses AT ALL... not completely disappointed in it.
Oh, absolutely not. Plus the background ambience is super pretty.
ReplyDeleteThe thoroughbred of sin? I just found your site and have just finished looking through your gallery. It's amazing. Great job.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Logan!
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