A Geisha face forms...

It was pretty cold last night. So much so I felt more comfortable sitting on the couch with Jem snuggled under a blanket whilst watching a movie. As warm and toastie as it was though, I did manage to squeeze in some short spurts of painting during certain parts of the movie. When I got cold again I would make a mad dash for the lounge and dive back under the blanket. In total I think I would have achieved about an hour and a half of painting - here's what happened...

Still masses of work to do:)

Geisha x 4

A few day ago I was invited to exhibit at an art show late July - AHHHH! As it's only a few months away I've decided to enter my large Geisha (when done) and three little Geisha paintings. I purchased the smaller canvases on the weekend and have already made a start on a little one. So I currently have two on the go, though I'm hoping to have four on the go ASAP.

WIP

VERY early stages!

Self - Portrait Wednesday

Here I am again. This time I'm in my painting environment surrounded by my mess:) Best way to be!

Hair today.....

Well I attacked the Geisha's hair last night. As her hair is perfectly rounded, it was important to ensure it didn't resemble a mushroom or a pin cushion - I'm happy to say I don't think that's the case. I still have a final layer of detail to apply to the hair - though I can't do that until it drys. Once the hair is done though, I can whack on all of her decorations that will hang from her hair. I also need to lighten the background so it contrasts with the dark hair better and work on the gown and collar ( I haven't even touched the collar yet) - and then I'm hoping to hell it's done! haha Here's an update pic - the hair and background have come out much darker than in reality. Enjoy..............

Big Painting Session!

Tonight I'm planning to paint my butt off - It must be done! I need to really start on the Geisha's hair in particular - so I'm hoping to attack that tonight:) All going well I will have an update pic for tomorrow - with considerable progress!

Painting Progress

Had a pretty productive weekend painting wise. It's funny how you duck in to do five minutes worth of painting, and then find yourself doing 2 hours worth instead:) I'm still working on the face and clothing, though hope to start on the hair tonight. We'll see how it goes. I'm finding the level of detail to be never ending. I'm going to have to just say 'that's enough detail, move on'. The level of detail can suck you in big time. Knowing when to stop is very important, and something I'm still trying to master.

WINTER!

I love Winter. It's easily my favorite season. There's something very comforting about being inside while it's cold, wet and windy outside. Love it! I've recently moved our little heater into my painting room and it's making a big difference. I've been cranking the heat up while playing crappy 80s movies on my Mac as I paint - Bliss! Winter also makes coffee, soup and hot chocolate taste that much better. Lastly winter allows one to rug up like an Eskimo - and hey, who doesn't love that! Bring on under 10 degree days!