Red Tulip - finalgouache on canvas panel
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Jan Gibson
I'm calling it quits on this as I think it's about the best I can do until I learn more about this medium. I can tell you that I probably made a mistake by using canvas instead of paper for my first real try at gouache. I thought it would be easier as mistakes just wipe off but, the paint came off way too easily. I need to learn how to control the lay-down of the paint and when to leave it alone and when to go back into it. I just couldn't get the subtle color gradations even though there is more variation in color on the original than show in the posted version.
I want to finish Sadie then experiment some more with this gouache! It's a fun medium and I think I'll like it once I learn which paper, panel or other support best works for me with it. The tulip above may be a less than stellar result but it was nice to play with a new medium and I plan to practice, practice, practice with it!
Although most of the world doesn't acknowledge Him nor use this day to remember His sacrifice, I want to remind you that He Is Risen!
Happy Easter to all of you!
I want to finish Sadie then experiment some more with this gouache! It's a fun medium and I think I'll like it once I learn which paper, panel or other support best works for me with it. The tulip above may be a less than stellar result but it was nice to play with a new medium and I plan to practice, practice, practice with it!
Although most of the world doesn't acknowledge Him nor use this day to remember His sacrifice, I want to remind you that He Is Risen!
Happy Easter to all of you!
