Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Taking a Peek

This is my final, for now anyway, version of this barn owl.  I am pretty happy with the shape of the face and the color of the fur.  I still wish the colors would have blended together a little better...it was a tough balance to find.  I would like to paint some more owls, maybe try one that is a little more abstract and further away.  Something to look forward to!  Now, as President Bartlet from The West Wing would say, what's next?




This painting was done on an 8" x 10" panel with acrylics.  The reference image can be found here.

9 comments:

  1. "Owl" that owl! In French when you say "Owl" it means that it's great! then "Owl" Bravo!

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  2. I agree - it turned out great! Can't wait to see what you come up with for our first "book inspiration" painting.

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  3. Wonderful painting! I follow your brother's book blog and he mentioned your site. Look forward to watching your journey..:D

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  4. I love owls and you did a great job!

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  5. Thank you! I need to work on bark - I would like it to have more texture for better contrast with the softness of the owl. I suppose there will always be ways to improve and that is what keeps it interesting.

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  6. This is a really great painting. I love owls, and this one makes me think of Labyrinth.

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  7. Thank you everyone! I need to work on bark - giving it more texture. I struggled with some other things, too. But when I gave this to my coworker, Spencer, who loves barn owls, his reaction wiped out any insecurities I had about the painting. It's so easy to get obsessed with the flaws in things we create when it really is the thought that counts to most people. I think he was really touched by the gift and that made it all worth it.

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  8. Thanks for stopping by today and your lovely comment.I think your owl is wonderful and I am sure the person that recieved it was overjoyed.
    Caroline

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