A short presentation (with Christine's screen share) on the current status of the Ocean Focus Series. Student questions answered such as problems with color/value of sand, water and clouds. Also taking sketches larger. The role of gray versus saturated color is discussed. Christine reviews her 7 paintings in the studio to-date and shares the reference material used (a surprising variety of art and subject matter is on the inspiration board).
Gather inspiration for this series! Beach photos from vacations, memory studies, plein air studies and master artworks are all good choices for this Focus Series.
Decide what subject interests you: active surf, water glitter, billowing clouds, sand dunes, rocky beach or tidal pools, figures & structures such as docks... these are all good subjects.
Think what time of day or colors are exciting to you. These colors do not have to be present in a photo. Play with 'color dots' and lines or bars of color to try out some ideas, much like a designer would have an 'inspiration board'. Shells, driftwood, or other objects can also spark inspiration (such as fabric or master artwork art).