I really like these eye-level point of view setups. The geometry of them is simple and fun to paint. I commend those artists who set up more challenging perspectives.
The object below the apple is a cup. The handle was cut off and it might be hard to read.
Monday, February 25, 2008
"Distortions" - SOLD
Posted by aaronlifferth at 7:48 PM 4 comments
Labels: 8"x6"
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
"Stepping Back" - SOLD
I like the idea of objects falling off the canvas, but I should have moved the subject down just a bit. That is a cool blue vase and I wish more was seen. I think I will paint the vase again, but with more of it showing.
By the way...this is painting #100.
Posted by aaronlifferth at 9:48 PM 5 comments
Labels: 8"x6"
Friday, February 15, 2008
"Afterthought" - SOLD
I ate lunch the other day with my friend Lane Bennion who decided to start his own blog. He is an amazing artist and I am glad he will be sharing his work in the blogging world. He paints mainly large paintings, and has a lot to say about his own art and art in general. I think there is a great benefit to blogging and networking with other artists. So visit his website and blog and let him know what you think...Now if I can just convince Zach to start a blog.
Posted by aaronlifferth at 2:43 PM 2 comments
Labels: 8"x6"
Monday, February 11, 2008
"Crooked" - SOLD
I would like to get good at painting fabric. I think getting the values in the folds right is tricky.
I had a tough time with this painting. I actually wiped it down and reset up my objects to get this composition. I definitely like this one better. I need to be more willing to start over. Sometimes when I start a painting I realize I don't really like it, but I keep going just to see what will happen. Sometimes the painting will turn around and be great but other times not so great. I think there is a point when I realize the painting is bad but will just sign it and hope for better luck tomorrow. I have a hard time wiping down a couple hours worth of work, but I am glad I did today.
Posted by aaronlifferth at 7:46 PM 2 comments
Labels: 6"x6"
Thursday, February 7, 2008
"Granny's Tea" - SOLD
I am going to try and use larger brushes again. Since I started painting on these smaller surfaces, I have been unconsciously using smaller brushes. I looked at some of my older/larger paintings and realized I would use much larger brushes. I think choosing the right size brush to make a mark is just as important as mixing the right value.
Posted by aaronlifferth at 10:02 PM 7 comments
Labels: 6"x6"
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Monday, February 4, 2008
"Star Box"
Wow. painting is difficult to get back into after a week long break. I guess that is how it goes. But I should be good for this week. My wife was out of town and I played full time dad. Excuses, excuses...right.
Posted by aaronlifferth at 4:09 PM 2 comments
Labels: 8"x6"