This painting came from a dream I had many years ago, I had even made a pastel drawing of it at that time. I came across my old drawing and decided to give it another shot, my updated interpretation of that dream from twenty years ago. The dream itself was very powerful in were I was given temporary guardianship of a hawk. The hawk in return gave me pure love and acceptance....I awoke from this powerful dream in such a state of peace and love.
I'm not sure if it's finished yet, I may go back and do a few tweaks yet, but here is my first painting of this new year. I've allowed lot of things interrupt me along the way and was not able to focus myself to paint on a regular basis...no excuses, but I'm glad to have this one done.
Below are some shots I took along the way of my process. I changed my approach on this painting somewhat. Most times I start with a black background, but this time instead of launching right into colour I fleshed everything out in white, then applied tints of colours over that. I think I may try this again.
I have to admit, I kind of like this softer version of my finished painting. I suppose I could have stopped somewhere shortly after this, but art is tricky that way, one wants to keep going to see where it will lead.
such a powerful first painting of the year! gorgeous and full of feeling, light and energy. I love seeing the different stages and how you take a line sketch and turn it into this marvelous piece.
ReplyDeleteThank you Tammie for your great comment. I always like to take photos of my work as I go because it helps me to see how far it came. Thanks for stopping by :)
DeleteThis is a fabulous painting! I enjoyed seeing the process in your photos. Great way to start the year!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Carole, thanks for taking a look and your encouragement. I'm glad you enjoyed the process pictures.
DeleteA hawk visited my dreams last night. It was amazing. That's how I came across your painting. :)
ReplyDeleteWell thank you for looking and leaving a comment. Have you researched what it may mean in the terms of Hawk Medicine?
ReplyDeleteNo painter but I really like your pictures ... Color palette, light, heat and especially intimacy, pleasure to discover "our stuff", the life around us ...
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