Monday, July 29, 2013

Children of the Rainbow - progress



It has been almost four weeks since I started the underpainting on this piece.  Longer than I expected; however, four days out of the four weeks I was unable to paint because I had out-of-town company.  My niece, an artist herself and a tattoo artist for a living, was here from Hawaii so had to show her around.  I live in the Nashville, TN area, so needless to say, there was a lot she wanted to see and experience.

Anyway, today - July 29th other than details and touch-ups on the underpainting, I am close to laying the color in.  I can see areas where adjustments are needed.  So far it has certainly been a trip - the faces bringing back so many memories. Oh yes, one other thing - these children are all related and there are four generations represented.

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  1. Looking great, Lokelani!
    This painting has to be quite an experience for you...remembering the story behind each smile/face.
    I have visited Nashville around five times....Love the music history there.

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    1. Yes, Dean. Now that I'm laying in the color the memories of each and everyone of these children come to mind. I believe I'm doing this more for myself than anything else. What an experience it is turning out to be. I have six sweet, smiling faces done - 12 to go.

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