Olde World Ales
WISk met at Olde World Ales and Lagers in Langley on Wednesday. Unlike my usual "take time to decide" self, as soon as I sat down to work I made immediate decisions about my subject and how I wanted to handle the application of paint. "Just do it" was the operative phrase. With this first image, I toned the paper with a warm wash and splatters using a tooth brush. It was a dark wet day and I think the wash helps to convey that.
In the second image, Phyllis, a WISk member, was sunk into a big white chair that had some interesting shape and fold characteristics. I enjoy how line can move from light areas into dark and get lost, with hints and suggestions of objects. A fun sketch to make.
These are lovely. The darkness is reminiscence of all old pubs, so wouldn't have guessed that was your mood. Hope you are feeling happier now.
ReplyDeleteI love all your sketching venues and feel quite envious.
Thank you, Sue! The pub is a brewery and quite raw. Lots of equipment and such. Pretty funky. I found it an interesting place.
ReplyDeleteThe lack of light here in the northwest can get to be a drag this time of year. The days are lengthening, so we're finally on the upswing. Whew!
Someone said yesterday that watching you work gave them goosebumps.
ReplyDeleteKris,
ReplyDeleteI love the warmth of this and the golden glow.
I am enjoying watching your videos of you painting.
Thanks for sharing.
Many thanks all!
ReplyDeleteSue V., Is that good? I'll take it as a "yes!"
Gail, my pleasure to share the painting process. Will post more when it gets warmer.
I feel honored you've all posted comments. You are all people who's works I admire greatly!