Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Little Red Hen

Little Red Hen 9x9" oil
This is my demo of the entry for the chicken challenge at DPW . I also have it at my blog . I used alkyd primed linen here and , as I didn't have a prepared panel, just clipped it to the hardboard I use. Then, started in with a red-brown wash and bit of drawing for placement. Next, came the dark transparent shadows. After that I began with middle value opaques, building up to lighter values and details. I am happy to answer questions, let me know...thanks, Mary

Saturday, March 12, 2011

Painting Demo:March Reflections by Catherine Jeffrey

This is my first attempt at a slideshow, and I should have used a tripod for consistency. Also, there is some glare on the canvas, which I apologize for. The last photo shows one that I took away from the glare, and therefore looks a little "crisper". I hope this gives a little insight into my painting process. At the very beginning, I often draw in more lines than I will use, and then lose them during the painting process.


Thursday, March 10, 2011

The Zippo Challenge, by Carolyn Finnell



This is a video I made while painting the Zippo Challenge on Daily Paintworks.

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Watercolor Painting Demo by Julie Hill

Here's a sneak peak on what I have been working on for my Solo Show 
at the Silver Heron Gallery 
(April 29th - May 31st). 


Monday, February 21, 2011

Johanna Spinks paints Ventura County Resident Bonnie Weigel

Peony Floral Demo by Mary Maxam

Peony Floral        20"x16"  oil on linen
This is my first attempt at working in a slideshow process, and I am hoping for improvement on my next. I have to say, I've had fun seeing all our DPO video posts :)

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Blooming Love by Dana Cooper


Though my video production skills are on the up side of the learning curve, I hope you enjoy my submission...thanks for watching!

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Painting a Beagle by Carolyn Finnell



Painting a pet has different challenges and rewards. I paint the eyes first because the eyes are what makes the portrait come alive, if they are not right, I might as well wipe it and start over.