Self Portrait 1 - Exercise

Self Portrait - Pastel 24x18 on Gray Paper

Exercise - first effort

This is my first effort for homework - Kevin Arthur Pastel Portrait Class.

Slice of Light

Pastel, 9x12; Demonstration at Georgia Nick Gallery, 11/12, 13/2016

I painted this view of the salt marsh and estuary as a demonstration of pastels for Georgia Nick Gallery.  A good number of people came by, and we kept the conversation going.
On Sunday, I added a few "touches" and changed the name to emphasize the reason for painting this scene.

Standing Alone

Pastel, 12x9 on UArt

Using the view of a pond near my home as my inspiration, this is an impression of a singular pine that dominates the corner.  In the early morning, it stands apart from the rest of the trees showing its colors with pride.

Palms in the Morning

Pastel, 9x12 on UArt

I am always inspired by views of the salt marsh in the early morning.  The gold and pink of the sky washes the grass with color and paints reflections in the water.

Pine, First Light

Pastel, 12x9 - Timed Study

For this view of a pine tree that stands alone on the pond, I selected the view in the early morning as the first rays of sun light begin to paint the trees.  The foreground is in bright light, but the distance still lies in mist and shadows.
This was done as a timed exercise - 20 pieces of pastel for 40 minutes.  When the timer went off, I stopped.  I think it works for this piece. 
To purchase this painting, click on the link "Pine, First Light"