![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq-u3qnFIxeTFCb8D7_0RkCHSVAgEuEnqNwDTdl2ZTu5coHAMJfnBQ0sKiimKvCRtG776UMm_BZE3wlPQWid_qKkd5iZB-NuIc5fL9m2ruLKlRk18OYCIYN_0j_19psC4fOM60iCfK9HHq/s320/conch0.jpg)
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhim1h75eBqwBZC3z0EflQuQHn14yjYZHGwu7Tfg1wulPZ3ZKEBV7Ur1jUa7UYmYuQg6VUqo0pPtTR8K3j_rgML7r46cXH3GN2MSvLIj-bSf4TCg9xPkTAwAl1-e-3epi6ytYItOVekk2-/s320/conch1.jpg)
As I said last time, I have a plan for learning to paint shells. This is lesson #1, getting the values right. Using burnt umber, I covered a 4"X4" portion of the canvas panel and then removed paint with a wet (with Gamsol) brush for the lights, and added paint for the darks. The top photo is not actually the same painting, I ended up wiping that first attempt, but it shows the process. I also took that photo on the easel in different light, hence a slightly different color. Tune in for the next post to see lesson #2!
WOW!
ReplyDeletethis is cool- I want to try it!
I have been enjoying your posts a lot Bobbi!
This looks great! I am always learning something from you! Can't wait to see the rest of the progression.
ReplyDelete