Self Portrait, work in progressI really wanted to participate in the Different Strokes from Different Folks year-end challenge, but I was just a little too intimidated. So, I thought, why not do the challenge by myself?
I had taken a few photos of myself for submission (which weren't great, but I figured out the self-timer on the camera!) So I took one of those, did a few line drawings, transferred one to a gessoed board, and broke out the paints.
This is my first painted portrait...so I'm not expecting it to look like me, but so far it is looking like a person, for that I am relieved!
We'll see how it goes....
I had taken a few photos of myself for submission (which weren't great, but I figured out the self-timer on the camera!) So I took one of those, did a few line drawings, transferred one to a gessoed board, and broke out the paints.
This is my first painted portrait...so I'm not expecting it to look like me, but so far it is looking like a person, for that I am relieved!
We'll see how it goes....
6 comments:
I wanted to participate too but I was too intimidated also. I've painted hands but not portraits. One of my goals is to paint a self portrait. Maybe over the holidays.
Sydney, I realized that I wanted the challenge but I was afraid of letting someone else down. So, I just decided to paint it and not post it. Then, there was no stress about it. In the end I did post it, but that was like a bonus, not part of the plan.
Go on...just for you...try it out. I'm really glad that I did!
It looks like you're off to a good start Rose. I'm sure you'll succeed. Self portraits are always such fun to do.
I think its starting to look like you. The main features are there, just need to build them up.
Rose, good for you for challenging yourself! So far, so good. I can see a resemblance as compared to your blog picture.
And I'm envious you are finding time from art. Right now I am taking a quick break from wrapping. Still have to decorate the tree and finish baking and...well, you get the idea.
Rose - I just couldn't get a photo in time to join in this challenge. Good for you for doing it anyway! I'll be watching what you produce here!
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