For a decade I recorded every aspect of my artistic development, almost every day. This original version of the blog records the first 4 years that I was introduced to Classical Realism. I consider these to be the most formative years of my art career.
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
Day 9 - Glass Pharmacy Bottles SOLD
11 x 14 inches, oil on wood panel
I love these little antique medicine bottles, this is the first time I've painted them. I included the wooden match to show how little they are. I took a couple photos while I was working on the painting, here's the progression:
So, collage and gold leaf, or "pure" oil paintings? I really enjoy both, but I feel I should resolve my sensibilties into one approach eventually. For now, I'll just keep painting and see what happens.