I had intended to do something similar to the pink and sienna one but using more blue. It went in a different direction. But I did start with a light layer, as intended, so that's something. I kept adding layers as I progressed. As you can see, the first layer had some oil pastel in it, but it almost disappears under the layers of watercolour. I think the paper was Hahnemuhle Cornwall, which is perfect for dreamy effects and pigment blending. I used a mix of granulating and plain pigments, and scratched into the surface. Like most of this series, this abstract landscape was inspired by my residency in Cill Rialaig last year.
Note to self. I want to explore those shapes and marks in various media on light paper, which I could then glue to the paper and paint over. Lots of ideas emerging.
No comments:
Post a Comment