Monday, December 26, 2011

New Work: Pickle Patch Deli


Pickle Patch Deli
9" x 12"

I finished this one up yesterday. At least I think I did! It took a little while to paint this one and it is possible that I may go back in for some touch ups.

This painting was worked in sections and uses a limited color palette. The painting started as a sketch which I kept clean in order to refer to during my sessions. Very helpful. The best part though of this process is the technological component of painting that I discovered. I know that a lot of people paint by looking at a picture on their computer monitor; nothing wrong with that but I have a hard time getting a good look at the image this way. So, I took my USB stick and plugged it into the TV in my studio. I was able to look at the larger image from a distance while I was painting. For close up work, I just referred to my sketch or the print out of my picture. The whole thing worked really well.

OK, I am off for a walk. Let me know what you think if you can.
Libby

5 comments:

  1. I love this painting and appreciate the tip.

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  2. I love this one, Libby. Something about the white building, cool blue shadows and red roof. Very crisp! Also love the name and the sign!

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  3. This is really great, Libby! So fresh and clean. I bet the business itself would love to see the painting.

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  4. First off, excellent lettering on that sign! It's a fresh and bright painting--you do a wonderful job providing clean colors

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