"Citadel"
Another piece inspired by rainbows. This one has a central radiating point similar to "The Path" only reversed. As I compose a piece with my spontaneous wash method sometimes the areas of a painting that are lighter in value and color require much more layers to overpower the umber doodling I start with. Sometimes just to approach things differently I will start a painting on a paper overlay with an ink wash. This gives me a chance to change the theme if I am not completely satisfied without building up the paint beyond necessity. I also roughly outline the imagery I see on the paper then transfer the basic theme by rubbing charcoal on the back of the paper. Then I start again with my umber wash on the painting panel only this time the initial application is to establish values. I have done this method several times since the painting "Birth of the Cities".
Oil - 24" x 36"
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