Thursday, July 31, 2008

Aron, 18"x14" oil on linen

Aron is an assistant registrar at the Academy who does much of his work behind the scenes.



Aware of the ruddy complexion in his face, I pre-toned a canvas with greenish blue to set his face off with strong color contrast.


I didn't plan to, but I painted from the shadow side of his face. The dominant shadow pattern, the frontal pose in a black shirt, the dark and slightly unkempt hair, and the mustache he's been sporting recently all combined to give the painting a bit of a sinister expression.


1 comment:

Angela Guichardo said...

wow! YOU HAVE A LOT OF TALENT!

I love arts and I enjoy what Artists can do with their hands.

REGARDS