All gessoed panels are not created equal! Today I wanted a different size than I had on hand in the Ampersand brand, so I used another brand from the local art supply store. I felt it was rather shiny and a little too slick so I used some 220 grit sandpaper on it and sanded in layers; first top to bottom, then cross that grain from side to side; then diagonal, then crossed that grain on another diagonal. Giving it less shine and a little texture, I proceeded to paint.
"Spurred On"
8 x 8" oil on panel $75
To put it mildly, I struggled! Big time! I was too far into the painting to scrap it since I was feeling under the weather due to a reaction to medication, but I was determined to do the painting today.
The plan was to paint this with real drama and darks, but I rather like it this way, too. I am pretty sure I will try it with the drama using linen on panel.
1 comment:
Ruth Ann
I think your treatment of the board suits the subject well. Nice.
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