Saturday 22 November 2008

Last Week's Workshops

I was going to class on Wednesday but it was such a lovely sunny day and we had a 3 inch layer of oak leaves on the back garden, so I opted to do some leaf collecting instead. It was probably better exercise than painting but, looking out of the window today, it looks as though it will have to be done again after a windy day yesterday.





Although I didn't paint any 'figures in action', I did go to the group where we have been attempting a Klimt-style painting. Here is my unfinished mermaid. My gold pen ran out and I think it needs lots more decoration.



I think I need to put in a face but would be grateful for any comments.

3 comments:

Joan Sandford-Cook said...

What a wonderful workshop to attend - I adore Klimt and all his gold. When I was busy the last few years with decorative contemporary floral art, I used lots of gold - must have been his influence. You sure are doing a great interpretation of his style. I think I'll borrow the idea next year for my monthly workshops and get members to vote for a favourite artist to work in the style of ...

Sandy Maudlin said...

My first visit to your blog - what a great composition and painting. I really like the gold detail a lot. Keep it up ... don't know if she really needs a face, though.

carol said...

Joan and Sandy, so glad to get your comments. Have made a few changes to the mermaid and will post when I get a chance. Don't think I will add a face. I was about to give up on the blog as I was not sure anyone was interested.