Jelly Fish (study)
10" x 10" acrylic on board
Painting on wood panels or gessobords enables me to work fluidly. I do not care for the 'punch' of the canvas nor the texture. Many of my artworks that are not for commission are layered with textures similar to this painting. I start with a loose drawing using conte crayon and work in thin layers using brushes, towels, and plastic bags. The affect is ethereal and somewhat abstract. I had so much fun combining a somewhat realistic image of a jelly fish - inspired by a succulent plant on my studio wall, with texture that resembles water. I would like to utilize this fluidity in some of my pet portraits.
