Adam and Barbara chose a special place for their wedding. Adam, as he grew up, was very close to his grandfather. Adam’s late grandfather was a dedicated Trustee for many years in his home church. He made the baby cribs, crafted the wooden cross in the sanctuary and gave over fifty years of service. He helped to keep the church buildingContinue reading “Painting a Wedding Portrait”
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Happy Creating!
There is a sense of exhilaration as a painting, in this case a wedding portrait, nears it’s completion. The many hours spent before the easel has something tangible to show for the effort. There are jars full of various brushes and daily pallets which if seen all together would have hundreds, if not thousands, hand mixed dabs of paint. The mixed paint onContinue reading “Happy Creating!”
Painting Difficult Subjects
Some subjects freak people out. When faced with trying to draw or paint someone’s likeness or a panoramic view or a complicated (or seemingly complicated) object the “I can’t do this” thoughts can fog our brains. This is when we need to take a step back and literally forget what it is we are tryingContinue reading “Painting Difficult Subjects”
Commissioning A Painting or Mural
Art often ties us to a memory. The most requested commissioned paintings are of one’s loved ones. A painting is created with time-tested materials that can last for centuries. A work of art is meant to last for generations. Whether the painting captures a special moment, is a formal portrait, or is in memory ofContinue reading “Commissioning A Painting or Mural”
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