How to paint a black dog. Don't use black.
Have fun with the colors in the highlights.
I could have pushed the colors more in this but didn't want to get too crazy since this was a commission.
I will do this as a project for my watercolor students since it can be so much fun.
7 comments:
This little dog is beautiful, and I think it would have been a shame to paint it plain black. The glossy reflections of its coat are rendered successfully with the blues and rusts and pinks. My monitor seems to exaggerate the blues, and I know this because I saw your painting at your studio, but even with intense blue, it works!
I couldnt agree with you more regarding the black, beautiful)
What a beautiful little dog! Love your choices of colors on that black fur. Exquisite!
Dear Maria,
The work is cute. I love your witty post. Have a wonderful time with the students!
Cheers, Sadami
Beautiful painting Maria! Wonderful highlights..
hi, glad you found my blog. I think my daughter Chloe may look into your class in Butler, she is 19. talk to you soon!
jill
This is stunning, the expression of the dog is just wow!
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