Pots And Pans - a value study
Pots And Pans (value study)
Pots And Pans (value study)
Hi!
Sometimes, when I am unsure of my composition just from the tiny
thumbnails in my idea book, I make a small but full detailed pencil
sketch like this one.
It's easier to erase on a smooth mixed media paper than on a textured
painting surface. I put a lot of work into making the 24"x24" linen
panel for this, and I want to get it right before I start sketching
anything on that surface.
I'm pretty happy with this arrangement of objects and the contrast in
values. So the next step will be to draw it again, but life sized on
the linen panel before I start the underpainting.
Mama used a lot of pots and pans when she cooked, which is part of the
inspiration here. If you smelled another story brewing, you guessed
right.
But before I share that, do you have a favorite memory of cooking with
someone dear to you?
May I encourage you to seek out opportunities to cook with your
children, grandchildren, or nieces and nephews? It will mean more to
them down through the years than you might realize.
I'll share more about this piece as it develops. Once the painting is
finished, I will set it aside for the solo show, though I might be
persuaded to part with the sketch.
We'll see...
In the meantime, the chatter in the trees seems to increase with each
passing day.
It's telling us that Spring is on the way.
Jan
P.S. Remember to share your own cooking memories. I'll tell you why
another time.
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