I know....doesn't seem like much progress for a days work......
I'm still building up the values on the beak with washes. I build them up slowly...each layer a little darker or lighter....til I get the richness I'm looking for. On the head, I have started to lay in the individual feathers. Many times I will use white or cream to put in the texture then I go back and wash over the hairs with the different values. I repeat that process as needed.
Again...each individual feather is painted...lay down the values, then add texture, repeat as necessary. It is a long process, but I do so love the results when it all comes together. I usually have music playing as I work and my hubby always knows when things are going well with a painting......cause I dance....not unusual for him to see me twirling and singing around the living room. I just have to let all that JOY out!
6 comments:
Very impressive. So detailed, it almost is like looking at a photo!
Dearest sweet Debbie, i'm a fellow HSHB classmate. :) So glad i came by because your flamingo is beautiful and i love reading your process. Have a lovely merry happy week and love to you!
Again, this is amazing! The intricate texture in the feathers is beautiful.
I loved reading about your loving process, but I especially love the dancing and the joy! Your flamingo reflects your love. Hooray!
I love seeing progress posts! I'm a stickler for detail as well, but you've done quite a bit on his head! He looks lovely!
Beautiful work. I appreciate each brush stroke and all the detail you are adding.
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