Saturday, April 20, 2013

Distant Peak

Once again, the demonstration painting from today`s class. By restricting the color to only one, value [the degree of light, dark and in between] becomes all important. I read on someone`s blog, that color gets the credit but value does the work. Without the concern for color and therefore realism, a painter is free to emphasize something else. I think with less choice, something more pure in one`s intention results. Some simple, atmospheric work was done this morning.
watercolor on paper 17"x14"


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2 comments:

  1. Amazing illustration of the work of value. I'm learning with every picture you post.

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  2. Gorgeous!! I've had two teachers tell me that quote about color and value - not sure where it began but I like it! And I love this painting!

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