My latest experiment with acrylic painting is still life. It isn’t something I was particularly interested in, mostly because it felt too conventional. However, after watching a Bob Blast video on painting pears, I decided to give it a try. It’s a great way to learn about light and shadow, texture and shape, and I can still be a little abstract with my choices.
What I’ve ended up with are six pears. Or three pairs of pears, depending on your perspective.
I know, I have a long way to go, but I’ve enjoyed the experience so far. I’ve been using different color combinations, playing around with the light and shadow, and trying to be funky while still adhering to the main idea. According to the video, the basic shape is a circle with a triangle on top. So I start with that, then fill in the colors, background, and table afterward (in that order).
Using short brush strokes has been interesting. Most of my painting up to now has been with longer strokes, but shorter ones give a different effect and allow for better blending. I’m also holding my brush further up the handle rather than holding it like a pen or pencil. Another revelatory change in my process.
To add to my practice, I’ve been sketching in the evening. Practice makes perfect, right? Of course, I’m not interested in perfect. It’s boring. What I’m aiming for is interesting, balanced, and a bit abstract.
If you have any constructive feedback, feel free to share.
RB
It’s helpful to touch base with the basics from time to time. It’s surprising what that connection does with the open mind. BTW, the fourth image grabs my attention.
Thanks, Swabby! I agree….the basics help build the foundations for later works.
Very nice work, RB.
Thank you. I still have much to learn, but I’m enjoying the journey.
I love ‘interesting, balanced, and a bit abstract’ art too
Great sharing
Three Pairs of Pears- Loved it ♥️
Thank you!