Fearless Friday, Life’s Layers
Back in the “city” recently, I worked in my studio on a commissioned abstract
The customer wanted something similar to the painting below
Mostly whites and grays with touches of blue and gold
The 2″ wrapped canvas is 40″ x 40″
I started with the darks, adding large patches of gray and black and let that dry
Then I came back with white and cream
I drizzled the blue {Golden liquid acrylic Cerulean Blue Deep} into white areas while they were still wet so I could blend the color in
This was a little too much blue so I added more white and grays
The final steps were adding gold
I did not use gold leaf this time, opting instead for Golden Iridescent Gold [Fine] tube acrylic
It is thick enough to apply with a palette knife which adds nice texture
When painting large canvases I use inexpensive paint for the underpainting and base coats, and save the pricey artist acrylics for finishing
Close ups and details
“Life’s Layers” 40″ x 40″ acrylic on canvas
This photo gives you an idea of the size, can’t wait to see it hung in it’s new home~
Be Fearless!
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Gorgeous, as always Jenna. I bet the new owner will be ecstatic! Enjoy your weekend.
I like it very much. And I really appreciate the step-outs. It’s fun to see it evolve.
It is gorgeous!!!
You have to be fearless with abstract…..I am abstract challenged….everything I try looks like mud. Abstract painting is freakin’ hard!
Great job!
Abstracts can be scary, they are much harder than they look!
Beautiful painting, I’m sure it will be enjoyed tremendously by the owner…………
My favorite inspiration of the week! Gorgeous Jenna. Love the size. Abstract art is best in large sizes don’t you think?
Johanne Lamarche
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I love to do large paintings, but it’s challenging covering so much canvas! Thanks Johanne~
Wonderful! This painting’s owners should love it. Happy weekend!
You are so creative! Looks awesome!! 🎨👍
I know the proud owner will love this! I lenjoy seeing your steps! Happy Weekend RTR!
I bet your client will be thrilled with your creation Jenna! Hope you’re enjoying some beautiful fall weather this weekend!