I'll apologize for my poor photo right off the bat! I went down and worked on the feathers this afternoon with some success. I'm pleased with this painting and hope someone will think it looks just like their dog and buy it.I am pleased with the dog's face and the dead Mallard , even though it was a challenge, looks quite good. I will have to improve on the wet coat but I can do it. I think we will have a critique of it on Tuesday afternoon.
I haven't had much time to paint lately and won't get to until Sunday at the earliest. Working at school just saps my energy! I did get to make a little progress on the mallard today. I just jumped right in and started to (as some of my friends say)"slap that paint right on there." It turned out much better than I thought it would. Still a lot to do before I finish but he is finally taking shape.
I haven't done that many dogs, much less a hunting dog. Loved the close up of the duck in her soft mouth. Still have a lot to do on her coat to make it look wet but I worked on her face and the duck's underbelly today. Had to stop before I wanted to but I shall return tomorrow! I'm afraid the duck is going to be more challenging than the dog! Those feathers are tough. I am pleased with my progress today.
