Sunday, August 21, 2011

3 x 3 Nutcracker


I've been working on this one for the last month (I know, I'm really a slow painter) but the painting phase is done and other than for a few touch ups, I'm ready to assemble this monster and get it framed.
I have mixed feelings about this one. I envisioned each painting to be much darker in mood and I guess my understanding of colour theory and technique hasn't yet reached the level of proficiency that allows me to match what I see in my mind. But it's going to be shown at the show and hopefully some lucky person will have it in their collection.

Let me know what you think.

3 comments:

Dan Kent said...

You have achieved "dark". Before I read your words I thought, "very well painted, but it will scare some kid out of his wits!" I love the colors, personally.

Sue J said...

This is good! I like it.

Felicity Grace said...

I agree, these are dark alright! It's really unusual and a wonderful painting!