Working on small paintings provides an opportunity to not only complete a painting in a day but allows one to try different styles and techniques in a small format that can then be adapted to a larger format. This particular birch tree painting was created using small brush strokes with a double or triple loaded brush applied to a black canvas. Birch trees were blocked in with white and detailed only after the leaves were applied. Simple painting yet effective with style and composition. Definitely a style I would further explore in a larger format.
The Loon painting was adapted from from a photo taken while canoeing in Manitoba. It was an early morning trip and the mist was still resting over the lake. The loon is always a thrill to see on the lake and had to be part of this collection of miniature paintings.
Newfoundland is a province I have had an opportunity to visit twice . I love the fishing villages and especially love the old boats resting in the fields or near a dock . This one I particularly loved probably because of the colors.
Each painting here is 4 x 4 inches and painted in acrylics. I will add more updates on project for Canada 150 . Stay tuned.
Have a wonderful day!
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