Last week at painting, I worked on the drawing of Venice which was put away when I got home. I didn't do that because I was tired of the idea but because there were so many other things that needed doing at home and also because I needed to do some research before continuing. That research didn't happen - the "other things" I mentioned included a three day quilt retreat.
All of which is to explain why I started something new - again - today. This is only a preliminary sketch. By that I mean that I have no expectation of being able to make a silk purse out of a sow's ear or more to the point, take this sketch and turn it into a finished painting. Instead, it's an information gathering exercise. Which paints can I combine to make the many greens distinct from each other? Indeed, which colors look better or best - say green or blue? Can I improve the composition by adding this or taking that out? What techniques can I use to enhance my basic drawing, my manipulation of water? You get the idea.
Anyway, here is Rough Draft #1.
This is a view from one of the walled hill towns in Tuscany; we were standing at the wall looking out at the countryside. I discovered later that it is considered "an iconic view" which I well understand.
Your studies are wonderful, too. You are very talented!
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