Learning Curve 01 | Apr

Being self taught, I’ve learned a lot of things the hard way… through trial and error. It’s been a long time though since I’ve run into an issue that has been costly in terms of time spent. This painting above - has given me unexpected challenges as I’ve never worked predominantly with yellow and blue. I’ve found both of these colors to be extremely transparent and difficult to work with. Now, I’ve learned what I need to do and I am past the hump. I’ve already started on a new painting with a rich blue background and it is going so smoothly because I’ve learned from this painting what to do.

As you can see, some parts have a sheen and some parts are dull - making the painting look really messy at this stage. I’ll post it again when I get rid of the dull areas and bring out all the color.

Jessica

It all starts with a big mess 22 | Oct

 

The bottom photo is my set-up for my first reclining nude. This took me weeks to plan and get it all to come together. The end result is so exciting to me… worth all the effort. Everyone that sees it loves it.

Jessica

Photos Tomorrow 18 | Aug

Black paintings are extremely hard to photograph because they reflect like a mirror. I got really lucky when I moved into my new home as I discovered a room where, if I wait until a certain time of day, the lighting is perfect. The angles of the room, location of windows etc. make the colors come out accurately and eliminate glare. Making my process so much easier. Tomorrow I will take the final photos and send to the gallery!

Jessica