Recently I attended an all day workshop to paint a bluebell wood in mixed media. This is a large painting on half-imperial (22 inches x 15 inches), and we had to pre-draw the main tree outlines before the workshop to save time.
The painting was built up in layers; with a watercolour base, and the detail added using coloured pencils (I use Derwent Coloursoft), and wax crayons (I use Neocolor II).
I find all day workshops are quite demanding, when I have to be focused for so many hours, (my back and neck don't like it either!). I didn't finish completely on the day, and it took me a couple more hours to finish at home.
I have rather taken to using the pencils and crayons with watercolour - maybe I've found the mixed media selection to focus on? Time will tell!
Emily Bronte wrote a poem entitled "The Bluebell", here is the first verse -
The Bluebell is the sweetest flower
That waves in summer air:
Its blossoms have the mightiest power
To soothe my spirit's care.
I stopped by last night to leave a comment on your incredible painting, then my computer froze and I had to reboot. I'm finally back to tell you how much I like this painting. Layers and layers later, this is a very rich and beautiful painting. I think you may have found your media that suits you.
ReplyDeleteI read I had won the CB challenge from you. I would not have known otherwise. I somehow doubt I'll use it, since 10 lbs will just about pay postage to the states. Seems like a rather puny prize, since I have to pay for postage, but I won't look a gift horse in the mouth. thanks for letting me know.
Wow your art is so beautiful ! Mixed Media I suppose using three mediums. I love using pencils as well. I would say that was a very successful workshop. I know what you mean about being focused for a long period and also about the neck and shoulders, I have issues as well. Take care, Shirleyxx
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