Saturday, January 15, 2011

"100 Faces, No. 89"

4 x 4"
oil on masonite
sold

I've come to the conclusion that some people can be rendered in minimal brushstrokes - those who have characteristics that speak for themselves - strong bones, angular shapes, etc. I'll go 30 minutes into it and realize what I've done says it all about that person. This guy is a good example of that.

My work just ramped up - the ice is thawing and I've got a big job ahead of me to get my business closed up for good and outta there. As soon as I can take a break, I'll be back with the conclusion of the 100 Faces. Stay tuned, I'll resume, probably, next weekend.
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15 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 15, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I'm glad that you're not planning on stopping at 100. Am really enjoying these. -And your observations are so relevant to a painter.

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  2. Kim VanDerHoekJanuary 15, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    Wow. Love those exciting pops of green color around him. I agree, this has that fresh immediate feel that only committed brushwork can convey. Beautiful!

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  3. Mitzi EasleyJanuary 15, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Good luck with this last push Karin... take care of yourself in the meantime. I love it when you find the greens in the fleshtones...

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  4. Johanna SpinksJanuary 15, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    One of my favorites. Love the green showing through. I agree that sometimes ' character' faces can be painted fast and fresh. A small child too. Robert Henri had that down.

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  5. AiMeiJanuary 15, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    These Faces are with a very great observation. I really enjoy to see how you paint their chins; really shows that evey part on everyone is different.

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  6. Art MattersJanuary 15, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    I admire the confidence of your brushstrokes. I always want to mess with what I've put down and so often destroy what was fresh and right.

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  7. Austin MaloneyJanuary 15, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Are you closing the frame shop?

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  8. Karin JurickJanuary 15, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Yes. Opened in 1979, closed this week.

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  9. Elizabeth McCrindleJanuary 16, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Love this one....good luck and hope things run smoothly for you :)

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  10. beckielbooJanuary 17, 2011 at 3:19 AM

    Wow Karin, this is my favorite so far and I've enjoyed everyone of them! I know it's a combination of the man, his pose and especially the way you used the color. And the good news is, there will be more after 100! You have definitely found a niche you shouldn't abandon! I hope the close of business is nothing but good news for you. Will you be staying in Atlanta? I lived there in the late '50's and again from 1977-1987. Really loved it that time, but couldn't resist the "pull" to return to my family in Jacksonville!

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  11. Pamela GatensJanuary 17, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    I, too, love the green. You always seem to make the underpainting work so well in your paintings!

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  12. geraldo roberto da silvaJanuary 17, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Expressive!

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    I LOVE the cool light green in this!
    Bravo!

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  14. Helen ReadJanuary 18, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Beautiful in its simplicity!!

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  15. LissCJanuary 21, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    hi Karin,

    I just perused your blog. I saw what you wrote about your friend, and wish you had a talent for words. i think you do. I enjoy the way you write. Feels like a nice conversation.

    Your paintings are beautiful. I will enjoy watching as you finish your 100 faces.

    Thank you for sharing, your words, and your paintings.

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