The four paintings in the first five photos are available in my shop now. The last two photos show works in progress. I'm probably finished painting them, but they are oil over an acrylic base, and oil takes a long time to dry. The ability to step back, observe my work, and then scrape off paint is something I find satisfying about oil paint. Acrylics dry too fast to scrape off - at least after a few seconds, but the fast drying time is great for creating many layers. I love painting with both.
I debate with myself over what size canvas to work with. During the process, 12" x 12" inch canvases are very satisfying to paint, but when I step back and look at them on the wall, they seem to be the size of a postage stamp. A painting that's large enough to make a splash in a room is my preference in the end. The piece in the last photo is 16" x 16," which is big enough to brighten up a an average-sized room - I think. It features a good amount of yellow ochre - straight from the tube - which is my favorite yellow.
Anyway, these are some recent paintings and thoughts on the process. I hope your June is going well!
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