Life is an odyssey to be explored...... canvas is my ship..... oils my crew... brushes guide me toward unknown lands..... serene, dangerous, exhilarating...I travel with purpose toward Ithaka; one painting at a time

Saturday, December 26, 2009

WIP Angels

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Oil on Canvas

I started a series of angel/sprit guide paintings for a small exhibition for an open house at a yoga studio in Thessaloniki this month. Unfortunately, strong southern winds kept me stuck on the island. No ferries ran for 2 days. It was difficult for me to let go of not being able to go. There is a saying here that says "every obstacle is for the best". The only good I can see so far is that this gives me more time to let the paint dry and check for possible cracking. I'm using a new medium mix which I am not entirely sure of yet. Will have to wait and see.

Colors used are the 3 primary colors. Cad red and yellow, ultramarine blue and Titanium white. I wanted to stick with the 'essence' of color and not use too many mixes. I think it brings a certain vibrancy to the images and life to the painting.

Be well.....

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