12 - Daily Constitutional

I think we need to institute the 'daily constitutional' again.. too much sitting around staring at screens these days...
Anyways, this little (6"x6") painting is so different than yesterday's painting; it's much smaller and much sketchy-er. But these little paintings I do are important in helping solve the 'problems' that are inherent in creating a piece of art....  composition, color, value, and for me, the figure in motion. I love this piece for it's spontaneity and it's juicy brushstrokes!

Daily Constitutional, oil, 6"x6",
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Day 26 - Almost Twilight

Sometimes the stresses and responsibilities of life make me feel like that 80's ad proclaiming 'Calgon, take me away!'  I don't know exactly where 'away' is, but, maybe it is on a sail boat watching as the sky is beginning to change from day to peaceful twilight... I hope everyone out there reading this is having a peaceful day or night wherever you may be...

Almost Twilight, acrylic on panel, 9"x12"
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Day 25 - The Red Beach

Sometimes you think something is going to be simple and it turns out to be elusive and unexpectedly difficult.  Today's painting turned into one of those times.  I was initially drawn to the image I found on Morguefiles because of it's strong S composition and pretty pastel colors contrasting with the red beach.  It didn't seem as though there was a whole lot going on in the water area and I thought I could  easily solve the problems of painting the reflecting sky, sea foam and the red sand showing through in some areas.  Well... lets just say, I struggled with this one today.  However, after careful observation... I think I resolved the problems I was having and am pleased with the final results.  This painting is available for auction on my Daily Paintworks site.  If you are interested in bidding, please click here.

Red Beach, oil on panel, 6"x6'
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Day 9 of the 30 in 30 - The Orange Lifesaver

I have these new paintbrushes that I am just loving... I have been slowly trying different brands, hair types and styles and think I have hit upon a definite winner.  They are made by Grumbacher are the Degas line and are a size 6 flat and a size 6 filbert and they are just great at laying down paint....

O.K., so, about Day 9...
I went for a less complicated composition today and decided on painting a scene I wouldn't mind being in right about now...  Boats and their reflections are endlessly fascinating to look at and to paint.  I also love the orange lifesavers and bumpers!

The Orange Lifesaver, oil on panel, 9" x 12"
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