big oil painting, check. This is only my second oil painting. So I decided to do a huge 30x40 canvas. Makes sense.
Actually, I have always wanted to push scale. During the school year, the deadlines constrict scale. In summer, I have the time and energy to push the scale. And in this case, I am happy that I did. Regarding technique, I learned a lot about the medium through this project. I learned how to blend oils to a higher level. This project was daunting, especially at the beginning. To see a huge blank canvas in front of you makes it hard to make a mark. Any mark seems incorrect. But after putting this project off repeatedly, I decided to take a word from Nike and Just Do It. There's something to be learned about making things happen for yourself and trusting the creative process to guide you. Expect more like this. |