Hi and welcome back. Before beginning painting, an important consideration is background--should there be one and if so what colour and style. Should it be painted before doing the subject or after? Sasha's ears are unique and are the first thing you notice when you look at her. I have opted to forego any background. I feel it isn't necessary, plus, it would be very tricky working around her ears. It's straight to the subject then and the ears are calling! Here goes. So scary starting those first few brushstrokes.
The first layer is light and more or less sets out the light and dark areas and defines the main features of the face. Her eyes are amazing and it becomes obvious that her moustache is really quite brown.
Before tackling the ears I decided to define the nose a little better. Those ears are definitely intimidating but it is time to go in with the deeper shades of grey.
Spooky looking, I know, and it's difficult to envisage the completed picture at this stage. I can only hope she starts to come alive soon. Once she starts "speaking" to me I can work with more confidence--well, sometimes!
This process continues over the next few days. We will see where I am at in Entry #3. Catch you there.
~C
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