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Loosening up by taking some recent advice. This is more a quick study than full piece but I liked how using a larger brush relative to the canvas / subject did force a focus on the more important elements, so, yeah, he can be taught.
(Posted a zoomed in photo a second ago, apparently I can’t edit posts? Or I need to take back that bit about being teachable)
“Portrait of Camilla”. 2024. Acrylic.
Thoughts on home made gesso. Used cornstarch, glue, white paint.
Feedback welcome!
It’s very early on, especially concerning the shaky line work and general lack of color. I’m planning on making it look parked and running and was wondering if maybe I should put an owner in the background?
Been playing a lot of Pokemon lately, so why not do a Pokemon painting :3
Felt super inspired when creating this piece of work but when coming to the name of the painting, I've got no idea ! Help would be appreciated 😁
This piece came from thinking about those quiet moments when the world feels so vast and cold, but somehow there’s a small, steady warmth that keeps you going. I used acrylics to try and capture that magical, otherworldly vibe.
The dog’s wrapped in a blanket of snow, sitting outside with a glowing star growing out of its head. I wanted to make it surreal - cozy and cold at the same time, like a dream. It really reflects how I’ve been feeling lately: overwhelmed, but finding warmth in small, unexpected places.
To me, this painting is a reminder that even in the coldest, most uncertain moments, there’s light. Maybe it’s within us, maybe it’s somewhere near or far - but it’s there.
What kind of feeling or story does this give you? I’d love to hear your thoughts ☀️
Took it from a painter but forgot his name
A friend hired me to paint this for their partner’s bday.