This stage is where I am starting to build tones on the face.There are many layers to go, and more blending on the flesh. The eyes and mouth will be refined and, for the first time I shall paint 'teeth'! I have seen many portraits where the teeth look ugly and do not add to the beauty of the person. I don't want this to happen to mine. (My wife wouldn't want it either!)
I am not yet satisfied with the base colour of the hair but I shall consider changing that in another session.
The watch is an enigma too. It has slipped around the wrist a little and is almost worn on the inside of the arm. I had considered painting it in the normal position, but liked to be able to see the watch face and so will leave it where it is.
I wrote a comment and it seemed to disappear??
ReplyDeleteIt definitely looks like me - what a memorable experience on the gondola! Art wise what I really like is the feel of the movement as the gondola glided through the water and the details on the interior of the vessel.along with the feeling of total relaxation. Found the comment on my page so have copied and pasted it.
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