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So Much to Learn 11" x 15" |
This baby Orangutan (with thanks for reference photo courtesy
Caroline Williams Photography) appealed to me posing with his thumb in his mouth. Not sure if it is a foot or a hand but I was drawn to the look on his face. He appears to be saying "so much to learn" and how true this continues to be for me. I am loving every minute though as I strive to create paintings using different approaches, techniques, colours and media. My last post on this blog was a week ago and since then I have been busy painting more "local scene" pieces for my upcoming open studio event starting in just over a week so I thought I could take time out today and paint this little fellow. I have just finished a six week on line course with Carol McIntyre - Paint With Color Confidence and managed to keep up with the homework load too but boy I have had some tiring days. BTW I can thoroughly recommend Carols course you can check it out
here
He is fabulous, Lorraine! I already saw him this morning on fb, what a wonderful job you did!
ReplyDeleteThanks Judy, he is a cutie
DeleteHe is lovely, such expressive eyes too.
ReplyDeleteThanks Polly, eyes are my favorite to try
DeleteI love the texture of his hair and that pose. Great job! Your upcoming studio show sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteThanks Joan, fun trying to find the right strokes for hair
DeleteThis has captured the expression perfectly...
ReplyDeleteWell done!
thanks Barbra
DeleteLove his eyes Lorraine! You really have a gift for animal portraits.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad my love of painting them shows Sherry
DeleteAnother incredibly expressive animal portrait, Lorraine. Just lovely work.
ReplyDeleteYour'e very kind Terry
DeleteLorraine - he is gorgeous. I like the title for him as well. Whew - it does sound like you have been busy - good luck in your art show too. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your good wishes Debbie
DeleteHello Lorraine:) Oh how I love this little fella! You painted it so beautiful with that lovely dreamy look in his eyes. You did a great job Lorraine. That little tuft of hair on his head is so cute. The title is not for you, that's for sure!xx
ReplyDeleteHe is a cutie Renate - glad you think so too.
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