I put on most of the pastels yesterday afternoon and then let it sit overnight. I think I masked the errors in the middle building some, but of course I can see it. It is still in the “dull” phase but I like the combination of the reds, browns, and greens. I may soften it some with yellows later, but right now I am fairly satisfied.
I am hoping this afternoon will be dry enough to spray so I can continue. No outdoor photos or fixing due to a misty drizzle. It’s a nasty damp cold. I still have to work on the shadowing, but the basic colors are there. I will use some colored pencil to help me in the smaller areas. The pastel sticks are not made for really fine work and I don’t like to waste them by shaving to an edge. It should be done soon. I think I might try something a bit smaller but in the 3/4 ratio next. Then I will have enough to send to the print company – if I can ever figure out how to make the high resolution photos without it costing me an arm and a leg for each one.
Nov 07, 2012 @ 14:11:35
Neat! I don’t think I’ve seen this middle stage before. The colors do look great! And I can’t see that tiny window issue any more. I think you may be imagining it now. 🙂
Nov 07, 2012 @ 14:28:07
Thanks, Cindy. The fixative really makes a difference to the colors and even now I am sometimes surprised. I am glad you think I have minimized my mistake. I will always see it, though.
Nov 08, 2012 @ 00:13:44
Very very nice!
Nov 08, 2012 @ 09:18:30
Thanks. I did get to spray it yesterday, so I will finish it soon.
Nov 08, 2012 @ 17:29:07
I don’t detect the window issue, either, Ruth. This is beautiful. Can’t wait to see where it goes from here.
Nov 12, 2012 @ 15:39:01
Thanks, Leslie. I think, as the artist, I will be able to see it. LOL I am working on the shadows mostly now.