A Pair of Oils
I wanted to show you my recent attempt to reconnect with some childhood dreams! I picked up a flyer for an Old Masters figurative oil painting class at a local art supply store and have been to two classes so far. It is by far the most relaxing and natural thing for me, in a class setting. Paintbrush and oils, classical music playing in a decrepit old school boom-box and live lit subjects in front. My instructor is a vivacious, enthusiastic soul, with such a passion for painting she vibrates. I look forward to every class. We are only using Burnt Umber for now, which is a good way to de-focus from the distraction of colors and concentrate on the anatomy, light and dark, proportions, and brush strokes.