I attempted this subject a few years ago and it didn't go so well.
The image is of three of my dear friends leaving a restaurant after a birthday celebration.
I rarely paint from photos when the subject is "posing"
because, well, they look posed!
I prefer to capture a more natural moment in time.
I prefer to capture a more natural moment in time.
For this, I tried to focus more on the big shapes and fun colors.
And the happiness.
And the happiness.
"Three Friends" 6 x 6 $100 |
I did this for my GJWP challenge this month.
Subject: "Three"
Nancy, the painting really works, even though they are posing. It is fun and full of life, makes me smile.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great "every stroke has a purpose" painting! It IS a very happy painting.
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of happy- you made my day by leaving me a comment, so wonderful for me as the novice to hear from a "pro". Thanks so much.
I have to ask, it that Page on the right? You captured her, if it is, just in the gesture and hair.
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