This is a re-do from a photo of a previously painted sunrise that didn't work out. I'm still not very happy with it . . . But every time I try, I'm learning a bit more.
I tried using two brands of masking fluid here. The one from Daniel Smith was a bit globby going on, dried patchy, and tore the paper in places when removed. In a few smaller places, I tried a new Molotow masking pen. This one really works well, though it looks a bit weird being blue.
I had a little trouble removing the Molotow the other day...perhaps because it was a warm day? So weird...but I LOVE your sunrise!
ReplyDeleteI used the Molotow only in very thin lines -- maybe that makes it easier? Or its being brand new? I wonder if the Daniel Smith mask was globby because it is about a year old and had not been used.
ReplyDeleteEveryday is still warm here so that didn't cause any problems. Usually in the upper 60s to upper 70s.
This is a lovely painting and reminds me of an evening sunset I have seen just after the brilliant glow when the sun starts dropping down through the atmosphere.
ReplyDeleteThere are parts that I wasn't happy with, this not turning out quite as I imagined, but it's a learning process!
ReplyDeleteVicky, I can't imagine what you might be unhappy with in this sketch. I love the soft horizon and that sky! You captured the lights and darks of clouds lit by a sunrise so beautifully!
ReplyDeleteThe photo looks much better than the actual sketchbook pages. In person, the torn paper jumps out and the masked white ares are "choppy" looking. I think the foreground could have been handled with more care also. But it's all a learning experience!
ReplyDeleteI've had trouble with masked areas looking choppy too. I have tried to use the masking fluid on the frothy areas of waves and have never been satisfied with how artificial the whites end up looking, so I know what you mean. I don't know how to fix that though.
DeleteI don't know either. Like you say, the saved whites look artificial. I've tried adding paint in these areas afterwards but have never totally liked the result.
Deleteoh this is excellent!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Marva! Texas skies are awesome.
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