WHAT?
Feedback was given by my tutor via Google Meet discussion on 12/4/21.
SO WHAT?
In a very helpful discussion, several points emerged:
- My thoughtful attitude to my work, and reflections on how one’s mood and circumstances affect one’s work, were appreciated
- There are several useful short films and videos in the Resources section of the Painting OCALearn pages (look in “Technician’s workshop” for colour mixing videos)
- My use of complementary colours for the assignment piece was a little “out there”, although I could explain my reasoning for the choice. My tutor suggested that I investigate using such pairings mixed with other colours, so that my use is more judicious and subtle. Also, consider not hitting every edge, but make some transitions looser. These contrasts will bring out the sharpness where you need it and makes it striking, rather than having it everywhere.
- Use of texture via gesso underpainting was effective.
- Look for the book “Formulas for Painters” by Robert Massey
- My analysis of and use of other painters’ work is good
- Going forward, I am going to focus on colour mixing. My tutor uses a cool palette of rose madder, cobalt blue, and lemon yellow, white, black, burnt umber and raw umber/sienna.
- Experiment with limited palettes, and try to understand what a colour would break apart to be. Consider making a painting of one colour, e.g. yellow, i.e. the opposite of complementaries, and investigate closer colour relationships.
- PRACTISE!! STARE!!
- My practise of doing a tonal preparatory painting really helps
- Contact other artists and ask about their starting palettes.
NOW WHAT?
I am pleased we have identified investigations into colour as my focus for Part 5, as I do feel that my practice would benefit from this.
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