November 17 14 / day 320
It’s always a slower pace during the winter months. I’d hoped to get the next set of works well under way by now but having a studio clear-out and tidy up slowed the progress right down. The mental juices are … Continue reading
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September 1 13 / day 243
A few shots of a study from today. I really enjoyed getting loose and blocking in colours. A rough outline based upon the sketch (see previous post) followed by oils applied with stiff brushes.
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Tagged japanese, julian kimmings, oil paint, oriental, progress
August 10 13 / day 221
The best thing about working with oils is it gives time to think.
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January 15 13 / day 14
I put the finishing touches to this tonight and started a new piece for the show in Munich in February. Although this photo (from my mobile phone) is a bit blurred, I’m pleased with how she came out. As I’ve … Continue reading
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Tagged julian kimmings, oil paint, Painting, realism
January 12 13 / day 11
I got my piece – “Born Moody” – back today from the Día de los Muertos exhibition in Bristol. It’s a study of my daughter in oil and aerosol paints, measuring 20x38cm. If you’re interested in buying it, please email … Continue reading
November 23 12 / day 327
A little while ago I applied to join a group on Flickr where you upload a set of images of yourself and invite other members of the group to create art (in the traditional sense) from them. I’ve already painted … Continue reading
September 27 12 / day 270
A shot from my iPhone of the latest painting I’m working on in Oil. Working on the idea that painting is 90% observation and 10% action.
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April 22 12 / day 112
The finished oil piece. “Stare” 2012 – 205x250mm Oil and spray paint on canvas board. I think I’m starting a love-hate relationship with oil paint. It’s all new to me, and the adventure-come-discovery makes me giddy. I really enjoy the … Continue reading