10" x 8" Oil on masonite panel. I need to start undercoating my masonite .. The oil doesn't paint properly and sinks into the panel making blending very difficult. It almost looks kind of Warholish ... Just a quick study ... The only thing I did get right were the eyes ... if you look at the painting in person that is. Or the model.
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Julian Baslyk 21 Aug 2009
niceStanley Layman 03 Aug 2009
John, I put several coats of Gesso on the rough side of the panel. Then add enough coats to acheive a smooth surface. Sanding the surface smooth but avoid sanding into the panel. When working with a model it is necessary to work very quickly. I use a wet on wet alla-prima method when working with a model. Most of the time the painting is complete in under an hour.Anneke Hut 03 Aug 2009
I love the emotion on the face, John. Indeed beautiful eyes!