Sunday, October 25, 2009
Third Session: Getting to the Intermediate Stage
sketch for "Discovery of Moses" after Cavalino
Last time we discussed establishing the "macchia" sketch in sienna, drawing with the brush. We now have to take things to the next stage by blocking in with color while, simultaneously, restating darks and lights.
Painting after Jerome Induno
Painting after Jerome Induno
One needs to block in large shapes and then, within these shapes, block in smaller shapes until entire canvas is covered. Pay attention to color harmonies and values while doing this.
Keep this intermediate stage loose and fight temptation to get detailed.
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