painted sketches

morning all !

today I'm showing you some of my recent painted sketches.
I picked up a book that shows loose style painting and gave some of the exercises a go. The technique was from the book, the photos from Morguefile.

First is 8" x 11" and the second is a quarter sheet 15" x 11"

The surprising thing for me was just how much work is involved in these looser styles! The patience you have to have to leave them alone so you can overlay a wet on top of dry wash.  Not sure if I'm cut out for that amount of patience :lol:

The Alphabet Paintings: M

So, I've reached M in the alphabet..

and there could only be one painting, or I'd never be forgiven :)
I tried to paint her in a more painterly, softer approach and whilst I'm satisfied, I'd still be pleased to hear your opinions and critiques. 

M is for Missy

She'll also be added to my painting website HERE

Enjoy browsing :)

Trojan

My lion has a name - and it is Trojan..

here he is, painted in the new loose style... Trojan.