Four Quick Sketches

Apple and Bottle at the Window

Watercolour on paper

150x105mm

White Mask on the Floor

Watercolour on paper

Aprox 150x90mm

Self Portrait

Pastel on paper

150x105

Tin Can With Pink Peg

pastel on paper

150x105mm

This motley collection of quick sketches was done on various sample papers. I love paper and it's fun trying out different kinds. I did these the same afternoon after the Guavas, one after the other. I just chose random subjects in the immediate vincinity. If anyone wants one - $80.

Self Portrait With White Mask

Self Portrait With White Mask
Oil on gessoed cardboard
80x70mm

$100

sold

It was the hands that were the tricky part of this painting. Working from my reflection in the mirror, I had to keep putting my brushes down, and picking up the mask and vice-verso. Pretty dumb way of working I guess, but I've done many odd and challenging self portraits in this manner over the years, including one of myself flossing my teeth. I find if nothing else, it's a good exercise in developing observation and memory skills.

The Dutch Auction for the painting of Halved Orange has now closed. It finally sold for $150. Congratulations to Sarah! I may consider doing another one soon.

Self Portrait With Mask

Self Portrait With Mask

Oil on gessoed cardboard
80x70mm

$80

sold