I did this speed paint in about 2 hours. That may not seem very speedy, but for me to get something "finished" that quick, even a little study of an apple, is pretty sweet! I got inspired after watching a video
Hollie Hibbert put up on her blog of a study she did. I still have some questions about specific parts of her process, but it was a great exercise for me. I even made an ABC's list of subjects that Brandon helped me choose for further speed paint exercises.
PS: if you haven't seen Hollie Hibbert's work, you can check it out at her blog
here. She graduated a few semesters before I did and her work has always been very inspirational to me. Thanks Hollie!
A is for Apple
Speed Paint ~2hrs
Photoshop CS5
Cool. Great job getting something done so quickly. I am working on being faster myself. The color is beautiful. I like your edges and textures. It looks great! Can't wait to see more :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Alissa! Your post on process also contributed to feeling inspired to try to emulate Hollie's process. I really liked the results I got today. I'm sure it'll keep evolving and mooching off of others hard earned experience. ;) Isn't that what all artists try to do anyway? Learn as many precious jewels of knowledge about how to make their work better from those who got there the hard way.
DeleteI really enjoyed working with colored line, but not being tied or committed to the line. It could come and go wherever it felt good. I used my favorite background brush I made for the background on this piece, and several others. It's so nice. I'm not sure where I would share such a thing, but I'm all for sharing brushes!
It's been great seeing your work on your blog too. Way to go!
That is fast and nice work Shara. I may be biased, but I want some of your work in my apartment.
ReplyDeleteVery fun Shara! It has awesome color in there!
ReplyDeleteSeriously, you are the sweetest person! I was having the longest day and then when I saw your post, I felt all sorts of warm fuzzies! :-)
Ha, there's really not much of a 'process.' It's different project to project depending on the overall look. When I was making the video, every brush stroke was delayed so by the end I was feeling very impatient with it. Next time I do a video, I'll try and incorporate some descriptions of what I am doing. But please feel free to email me any questions. I'm not an expert, but I'll be happy to help if I can.