The face and the decolletage create a lozenge of flesh on the ventral upper-half of the figure. The challenge in this phase of the project will be to convey the pallid translucency of sun-deprived flesh in a realistic and aesthetically/artistically pleasing manner. As with Durham Red last year, there really isn't a lot flesh to paint
on this figure, but what there is better be done right!
Phase 1--the eyes and framing of the face with the visible black locks--is now done. Where most will be troubled is the fact that there is not
a whole lot of eye to paint: be prepared to adapt to the limited
space!! I've approached these eyes "old school": no distinct chromatic iris, and simple outlining (think heavy eyeliner).
More to follow!
FOLLOW-UP. . . Phase 2 of the flesh is now done! Phase 2 is the the basic application of oils--in this instance a controlled layering (read: glazing) of a limited cool palette took using linseed oil as my primary medium and thinner. I think a couple of more sessions to define the structural planes and selectively "highlight" details ought to just about do it. . .
As a sidebar note, I have already begun painting the exposed lining of the jacket. As with the flesh, this is more at glazing shadow values, and then integrating with slightly-thinned oils. Final highlighting will be done when the oils are dry. . .
“When the cost of a hobby exceeds the fun and doesn't attract new people, the game is over.” -
Oscar Koveleski, August 2003
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