Work Table 12"x16" oil on linen panel
I almost titled this, Clutter, yet that has such a negative tone to it. A work table is far more engaging, because they are all the beloved tools that are used during the day. These unfortunately are not symbolic in any way to my life. They were set out for my direct painting workshop that I am taking. It does prove though, that you don't need expensive items, or unique subjects to paint. Objects that are around you every day will suffice for an interesting subject.
I found this almost too much information to be digested in one sitting, though I attempted to paint what I saw. I cleaned it up once I brought it home, and in fact changed the background. I originally put in tones of what was behind in the classroom with a counter edge and its shadow, etc. It was far too busy, so I grayed it all down. I might sit on this view for a while. The instructor did take a few photos that night. I might view them and see if I can adjust a few areas.
I had fun approaching this with color. The challenge for me was to create depth in two feet of space. After it was set up, I decided that I was going to use a limited palette, however as I moved deeper into the space, I saw color that I could not ignore. The palette needed to be rearranged to accept a full range. Also, in a class such as this, there is just so much room for easels. You don't always have the luxury to pick the view that you saw first. You jockey for position, and "get" the view that you "get". It forces you to see compositions in a new way. There is no time to rearrange the objects, and if you could, others would be shaking their fist. You look for flow, and interesting corners.
I hope this inspires some of you to look around and paint your everyday "Clutter".
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13 comments:
I think it shows that you started out with a limited palette, eve if you adjusted that later - the blue is so dominant that the other colors really pop out. It's wonderful.
Robin - I am so enjoying seeing work from this class. And your link to the Corners tutorial is great. Keep 'em coming - so much inspiration to be gained and enjoyed in the creative collective! Thank you! xox
As always, I appreciate you sharing your work and process. Thanks. I have posted a picture of my paintings and thought you might like to take a peek.
Robin I love what you did with this, it looks fantastic. As usual first class work!
You know, i don't feel clutter has a negative tone, especially to artists..clutter is just a way to say, my stuff:)
this painting has inspired me to draw and paint my own clutter:)
Bravo, Robin! you sorted out that center cup perfectly. that's one complicated arrangement but you managed to tackle it.
Casey - well.... I only began the limited palette on the palette. I jumped into color immediately, since I saw so much in the shadows of the paper, and the cup. Blues in the table shadow etc. It was fun to see the range. I think the instructor was surprised to see the turq in the shadow, but claimed... "That color is actually there. I see it now."
Wendee - What fun... I enjoy sharing, both my hits and my misses. Don't actually see them as a miss, as I still learn so much in the process.
It would actually be fun to teach a class like this.
Luckyzmom - Thank you so much, glad you enjoy it.
Mary - as always I appreciate your support.
Ming - I couldn't ask for much more if you are inspired to go draw your clutter.
Billie - Thank you ...you saw the before and after, struggled a bit, but the simplicity of the background balances the "clutter" on the table.
Beautiful work Robin. Found you through Toni's site.
LOVE the beets below.
Victoria
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