Saturday, Saturday

September 9, 2006

This week went by fast! So much has been done with so much to do.

A new still life oil painting was started early in the week. It's a kitchen piece with vegetables that are fresh and some already in jars. There is lots of shades of green and reds (my favorite colors) with a copper bowl for contrast. I'm liking it and I hope that you will also.

Thursday was my regular meeting with my mentor Lori Levin. We decided to sharpen my pastel skills for several sessions. Lori set up a still life of autumn objects, pumpkin, gords in several colors with autumn leaves on a light pastel green napkin.

I did several preliminary drawings to get the composition "right." Then my final drawing was done on pastel paper. The lightest shades and tones of color went in first. I am still establishing those shades and tones. Darks will go in last. It's fun....A very "hands on type of art."

Next week will be very busy with many things to see to. My art projects first of all.

Take care. Remember to enjoy the day and see the beauty of just being here of Earth.

Bye,

Carolyn