I am now ready to start on the painting. If I want a dark background, I paint it and then use chalk to draw the outline. If I want a light background, I will use a graphite pencil, usually 2B, to draw the outline.
The outline itself can be tricky because the painting is based on another painting. Since my competition painting surface is larger than the original, I taped several sheets of drawing paper together and trimmed it to the same size as the panel.
Using the thumbnails (See Step I) and tools like a compass or ruler, I draw my design on the taped sheet of paper. This will give me a better feel for the design, and this is also the time to make any adjustments I need for the new size.
Once I am happy with the design, I often cut out the elements without destroying the paper. This means that circles or other shapes can then be used to make, cut, design, or fit the mixed media elements before adhering them to the painted surface of the panel.
The remaining design is then traced like a stencil onto the panel with chalk or a pencil. I trust my “drawing brain” and will then redraw freeform shapes and subjects or tweak them as part of the transfer to the panel.
Until tomorrow!
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Drawing is a talent that astounds me. I can't draw at all although I thought I could when I was very young.
ReplyDeleteHi Karen, I couldn't draw as a child. I learned as an adult and have since also taught other adults. I am of the opinion that drawing is a skill that anyone can learn. Like most skills it takes time and practice. I have been doing this for over 12 years, so I have been practicing for a while. Please do try again, if only for yourself, since it is a satisfying activity. Thank you for visiting my blog today! 💜 Linzé
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