The bay at Villefranche
This painting has been sold
Gouache and ink on paper approx 10" x 7"
I debated whether or not to post these little sketches in paint and pencil or ink. They amuse me because this is really not my typical approach but it was either that or very "studied" works in pen and ink or what have you. I didn't really feel comfortable with the gouache. The paint just dried up as I was mixing it (I had got used to pre-mixing with my oils and acrylics). Also of course with gouache you can't "layer" because it picks up the underneath layer of paint as soon as it is re-wet. Anyway, on the positive side I became obsessed with Matisse blue - those cut out dancers and other abstracts he did in the last few weeks of his life when he wasn't up to sitting at the easel. Apparently he also used gouache for those latter works in lots of this deep, vibrant blue.
Well folks, I am back to Stalybridge light now - which at present is rather gloomy and foreboding, so what's new :-D.
If any one is interested in buying any of these Nice sketches you can have them for £25 each. Bulk orders will get special discount !
Gouache and ink on paper approx 10" x 7"
I debated whether or not to post these little sketches in paint and pencil or ink. They amuse me because this is really not my typical approach but it was either that or very "studied" works in pen and ink or what have you. I didn't really feel comfortable with the gouache. The paint just dried up as I was mixing it (I had got used to pre-mixing with my oils and acrylics). Also of course with gouache you can't "layer" because it picks up the underneath layer of paint as soon as it is re-wet. Anyway, on the positive side I became obsessed with Matisse blue - those cut out dancers and other abstracts he did in the last few weeks of his life when he wasn't up to sitting at the easel. Apparently he also used gouache for those latter works in lots of this deep, vibrant blue.
Well folks, I am back to Stalybridge light now - which at present is rather gloomy and foreboding, so what's new :-D.
If any one is interested in buying any of these Nice sketches you can have them for £25 each. Bulk orders will get special discount !
posted by Sheila Vaughan at 9:31 AM
8 Comments:
Beautiful work Sheila. Love seeing the azure blue and high sun of the south of France. Wonderful to see another style from you. Very lovely work. Nina
Hi Nina, yes, it's similar to the blue behind you in your photograph there! Thanks for calling by.
These sketches are marvelous, Sheila. I especially love this one with the boats and "Matisse blue" water. They feel joyous and free, which I hope is how you felt about your time in France.
Thanks Don, yes, I guess that was a predominant feeling and I can see myself that it is somewhat reflected in the paintings. Glad you like them.
I'm so glad you posted this. I adore it. And what a blue!
Thanks Jala. Nice to see you.
I'm so glad you decided to post these sketches. They're delightful!
Thanks Harry!
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