I also did some fiddling [another technical term, similar to fussing] with the tugs. I intensified the colors of the tugs, especially the closer one, and I added some shadowed reflections underneath it. I also did some wet-in-wet applications of the dark sea color in a wavy motion in the foreground. All these changes were at the request of my aunt, and I agree with her appraisal and ideas.
I've had several people ask for my definitions of some of those technical terms I used in the last post. Blorping is applying fairly concentrated pigment in a happy-go-lucky manner. A wubble is what happens when the water/pigment ratio is off. I tend to make my washes quite smooth, and when there is excess water, it starts to move the colors in an unexpected [and usually unwanted] way.
I may not be posting or painting as much for a while. My aunt went back into the hospital on the weekend, and it doesn't look good. So it goes ...
Thank you all for dropping by!! |
The bird is fabulous, Kathryn! Thanks for explaining the technical terms! :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing, I love these paintings!! kind regards
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry, it seems I am a bit behind on your posts! But you paint so much I can hardly keep up! Your parrots are amazing! Such character too! And I'm glad you finally finished you boats... It has a lovely tranquil feel :0)
ReplyDeletesorry that your Aunt is back in the hospital
ReplyDeletelove all the colours in the bird :)
AND both finished beautifully Kathryn!! Amazing work!!!
ReplyDeleteDear Kathryn,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear your Aunt is going back into the hospital.. I will keep her in my prayers.
Your parrot is gorgeous! And I absolutely love the tug boat painting..
blessings,
Penny,
Dear Kathryn, as always your works are amazing , the steam/ fog coming from the lake is incredibly real . Wishing all the best for your aunt. xx
ReplyDeleteOh Kathryn, she certain is beautiful! You did a wonderful job here!
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful work and interesting informations !!!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend !!!
Very good, I love the work with the boats! Arianna
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