May 30 2008
One Post to…umm…Update Them All?
Yes, it has been a while. I could blame it all on our recent wordpress woes but in the end all that matters is that Sara has, once again, ironed out all of the wrinkles, and the blog is up and running. (Thanks, Sara.) I can even post images.
As it happens, I have a few images to post, as well a a bit of news. Most recently, and perhaps of most interest, I am working on a new figurative painting. The subject is Athena, the Greek goddess of both war and wisdom (yes, the Greeks saw fit to pair the two), and the protector of civilization. What more can you ask for in a goddess? This first image is of the fully sketched canvas, 24 X 48 inches, oil primed linen.
For the model, I wanted someone a little more mature…more experienced, and who had a physique that would suit a warrior. Once again, Sara came through for me, and found a model…and although this particular model may have been a little nervous about the whole enterprise, she really was ideal. This second image shows my progress on the piece as of yesterday.
If all goes well, I hope to finish the painting before I leave for New York on the 14th of June.
On a less serious note, I also found time to work on a third ‘Robot’ painting for Asher.
This final image is of a recent figure drawing I did at the U of U brown-bag session two weeks ago. I have been attending as often as possible, but have had a few off weeks. But this one I liked.
Finally, for those of you who are curious about the Springville Museum and the Spring Salon: Deliberation did make it into the show, though without any accolades. An incredible number of enourmously talented artists participate in this show, so I am not at all surprised. When I am able, I will upload a few images of some of the best work from this year’s exhibit.
More on the Athena painting soon.
