Week #21 of 52 Oil Paintings: "Sunflowers in Copper"

Week #21 of 52 Oil Paintings: "Sunflowers in Copper"

by, Nicole Slater

I put together a photo sequential video just to show the process that took place while I was painting the Sunflowers and Copper.

 I enjoyed this process and looking back at the photos... reminds me of being in that moment:) 

I did have times when I struggled on color choices, or getting the right brushstroke and so on...but in the end...I just remember the fun of painting. 

I think I will try to do this on most of my work for awhile....I learn a lot just by looking and critiquing my own painting. 

I hope you enjoy this quick video

c. Nicole Slater

Video of: Process in making... 

Original Oil Painting

20 x 24"

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Week 18 of 52 Oil Paintings, "Sunflowers in a Clay Pot"

Week 18 of 52 Oil Paintings

When I think of an "Arty" flower immediately I think of VanGogh's Sunflowers!

 

“What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything?”
― Vincent van Gogh

 

This weeks challenge for me was to work on getting the copper bucket to look convincing.

My other goal was to really challenge myself by working on all the textures in this still life such as, the rustic clay flower pot, the aged copper and all the layers of slight coloration changes in the petals of the sunflower!

Once I sketched in and liked the balance I began to layout the background and work my way into the pallet knife Sunflowers....

I love how bold these flowers are!

c. Nicole Slater 16 x 20" oil on canvas 
"Sunflowers in a Clay Pot"

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