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| Abstract Primaries #3 |
This small painting went through several iterations of color and value to get where I was pleased. I was pleased with the way structures emerged from random marks.
This is the 3rd in a series. I have set myself a task of doing a series of small abstract paintings primarily in gouache as an exercise to sharpen my perception of design and as a way to learn the nuances of gouache.
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| Abstract 4x4 #2 |
This is another venture into abstract forms with gouache and pastel. The limited size makes it easier for me to complete them quickly.
I set the basic form with gouache and add pastel to even out color, control edges, and set values.
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| Sunny Morning |
This small study is another exercise in mixing pastel and gouache. I like the wash and tone I can get with gouache as well as the precise details while the pastel is at hand to add sparkle and to tie the painting together.
I selected this view of the ocean and beach through a gap in the dunes to emphasize clear brightness of the morning, the brisk sea breeze, the building waves, and the coming heat of the day.
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| Abstract 4x4 #1 |
Playing with a new toy - gouache - and a new objective - abstract with primary colors, shapes, and composition.
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| Estuary with Palms |
I started this scene of the St. Johns and Intracoastal estuary started as a gouache and watercolor painting. I added the highlights and texture with pastel.
Stormy Day
My objective was to capture the dunes and sea oats on a cloudy day when the colors and values are somewhat muted. I started out as an link and watercolor wash but the colors and values did not work. I tried to fix it with gouache and created some really flat, dull, lifeless forms. Pastel to the rescue! The result in truly mixed media accomplished what I wanted.
Morning in the Dunes Acrylic on canvas panel 8x10 Behind the beach at Talbot Island, the dunes march away one behind the other. No clear pa...
