"Grecian Dreamer" - Oil

This was started in a live model portrait studio last fall and I've finally finished it to my satisfaction. Oil on linen 16" x 20". This was my favorite costume for my portrait group, as I made the Grecian gown and garland for her hair myself! The only think I regret in that from this pose you can't see the model's glorious hair that billowed out on the other side. Sometimes you can't get setup in the place you wish in these shared sessions. Maybe this will motivate me to get my studio setup with a platform and start working from life at home :) Eventually ! Ha!

"The Granddaughters"

More work done to refine the faces and hands.












12"x16" oil on gessoed panel, very slick and shiny surface. I used Artisan water miseble oils with Gamblin's Neo Megilp medium. Boy, the paint sure moved around a lot and I think I probably should Not have used bristle brushes. However, it make for an interesting loose look. My first attempt at 3 figures on any size, but this small sure was a challenge making the faces very tiny. But, I sure enjoyed the experience! I may try another of the same girls but on a larger linen canvas with a little tighter look on the faces.