PROCESS
I work with oil paints, and my "en plein air" process typically starts with a charcoal sketch on a "ground canvas" ...then progresses to a loose-wash underpainting, then I build in more details using light and dark forms, refine colors and linework, and finally add subtle details as time or focus dictates. Each painting takes on a life of its own.
1
Charcoal Draft
Vine charcoal allows me to refine composition and form.
2
Underpainting
Initial paint layer applied to ground canvas
3
Highlight and Shadow
Refine underpainting for additional contrast
4
Charcoal Details
Pencil refinement of details
5
Continue Layering
Add more paint, depth and detail
6
Layering Up
Refine edges, highlights and details
7
Observe
Step back and observe the paint and composition
8
Finishing Touches
Add more detail and refinements...