Ah, Sundays! I had time to work on a painting of Mr. Femmedem this afternoon.

[lunatica]

5. That's very, very good

You have a unique way of dealing with light. It’s bright and infuses you’re entire painting with soft brilliance. It’s direct but it’s also reflected making the window and the bowl, the glass, the tabletop, and your husband’s beard and arm glow. Your soft colors are gentle and inviting.

I think you may be getting bogged down with the details of his hands and shirt because you’re getting caught up in the details. Instead of doing that just continue to follow through on your broad brushstrokes. Keep your brushwork consistent throughout.

I also like your brushwork. It’s bold and you’ve laid on the paint with a sure touch and with minimal detail allowing the viewer to fill in the details. I love it!

One of the things that helps me when I’m stuck or unsure of what to do is to prop the painting up where I can see it all the time and just live with it. Your painting will eventually let your subconscious come up with the solution.