Oh my, I'm embarrassed to admit how many hours I spent on the painting above, working, and reworking, and reworking, and reworking again. There are so many layers of paint on there, it's not even funny!
As I was agonizing over it, I couldn't decide why I was having such a hard time with it, until I realized- it's symmetrical. I don't ever work symmetrically, and it just seemed to be lacking any spontaneousness or any movement. But I was too far in to change the basic structure of the painting, so I kept trying.
In the end, I added these large scallops on the sides, and was finally satisfied enough to call it quits. I'm okay with the finished product, but I definitely don't think I'll be trying a symmetrical painting again anytime soon!
This piece, on the other hand, I'm very pleased with! Notice how Asymmetrical it is!
I found this vintage ship illustration, and was really taken by the colors and lines in it.
I always love including vintage illustrations in my collage paintings, especially of little children.
And gotta throw in some fun doodles as well!
So that's what I've been working on lately. I still have intentions to start selling prints of my paintings, but haven't yet been able to figure out the printing end of the process. Hopefully soon!!
Corey, you acquitted yourself very well. (Symmetry is sometimes overrated!!)
ReplyDeleteYour talents never cease to amaze. I can't imagine all the time that goes into your artwork. You are one busy lady.
ReplyDeleteYou are wonderful at asymmetry! I prefer it also. :) Love your paintings!
ReplyDeleteMichelle xoxo