New Model

[Terri Ficenec]

Really nice work! --I agree about the freshness of your color and was really interested to hear how you worked since I am also guilty of sometimes making 'mud' in life sessions!

Thanks for sharing!

[Debra Jones]

I have often thought of putting together a workshop called "Surviving Open Studio". I went two to three times a week for a few years when I was working a job... in other words, had the money.... at the Scottsdale Artists School for practice. After a couple of years, I started making my own lessons. My number one rule was to always make the BEST picture I could from wherever I set up. That helped me be aware of composition whether I wanted to or not. LOTS of them are not good, but very often I have the WORST spot, where nobody wants to sit, light in my eyes, all back...horrors... and someone will walk around and say "YOU got the good spot".

I came up with my attack based on the structure of their times and methods. My strangest suggestion is to put into your head what you want to accomplish before you pack your paints. I have found that more color impact is usually achieved by bringing fewer tubes and understanding them better. And the willingness to make a lot of mud before the jewels.

No matter how bad the results, keep coming back.

dj*

[Cindy Procious]

All great stuff, DJ. Thanks so much!

[Julie Deane]

Having recently made mud, Debra, I really appreciate seeing this jewel. Thanks for sharing it and your methods with us!

[Allan Rahbek]

Originally Posted by Debra Jones

I have found that more color impact is usually achieved by bringing fewer tubes and understanding them better.

dj*

Debra,
I agree, getting the most out of a few options is bound to be strong.
One or two dominating colors are more than enough.

You just demonstrated how to do it

[Mike Dodson]

I like your "economy of means" style. I am also inspired by your determination. Keep it up.

[Patricia Joyce]

Debra,
love the pose, good color.