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>Still off with the perspective!

>Hubby and I went to Seaside, Florida a couple of years ago and shot some gorgeous photos, including one that I attempted to paint here. It took hours with a T-square to draw out, and I think the perspective is still off. I know the shadow is way too heavy too. I think I got the seafoam through the spokes of the bannister OK, but it’s hardly noticable. This took forever to paint, and despite it, it’s not right. Eesh! I have so much to learn! Despite the flaws, David loves it.

I am heading back to painting class this tomorrow and can’t wait.

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>Yay! Painting again!

>I’ve been able to unpack, regroup, and yes, even paint in the past few days!

I got into the habit of taking photos with my iphone when I see something I can use for reference… a great excuse to get out there and walk the neighborhood!

I tried this out on one of my Iphone pics, of one of our Orchids in a nice asian style pot. I have a long way to go in terms of perspective, the pot is way out of sync, but I think I did OK on the orchid itself. I have a long way to go, though and from what I understand, the best way to get anywhere, is to just keep painting!