4 x 4"oil on masonite
sold
This little painting was a result of my stubborn nature of having to keep at something until I get it. I painted the first one, the whole head-to-toe, fairly fast - walked away - came back and wiped out the head and did it again. Wiped that - walked away - came back and did it again. Kids are hard when you've spent a lifetime studying and drawing adults. Still not happy, I picked up this little 4" square panel and worked at it - then went back to the larger piece and finished it up, finally satisfied with both.
She is precious Karin. Her skin tones are gorgeous and your brushstrokes amazing!
ReplyDeleteYou captured her face and body language so convincingly. And the color!!!!
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that kids portraits are harder to paint. Just one wrong stroke could add another five years to kid's age. One time I painted picture of my one-year-old nephew and he looked seven years old.
ReplyDeleteBut congrats - you nailed it! What a lovely painting of a lovely girl!
Really lovely portrait. You captured the innocence in those beautiful shining eyes.
ReplyDeleteIt's comforting to hear of your struggles and to know that everyone has "those days" also. All of your works look so effortless. I am spellbound by your subjects and each story they bring to the viewer. Thanks for all that you share with your fans!!!
ReplyDeleteSo nice Karin, you have her now. It is encouraging to know that your struggle too, thanks for sharing that.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful color and brushwork!
ReplyDeleteKarin....very nice painting. Your brush work and "lost edges" really work here. You left something for the viewer to find. Also, great use of yellow hues here, not the easiest color to use in a portrait.
ReplyDeleteOh what an interesting display between the whole figure and the face only....loved comparing the two. Great work! You have shown the expression wonderfully!
ReplyDeleteA fantastic study...just love your brush work!
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