Friday, July 21, 2017

WIP Flapjack Octopus Art Original Painting Work in Progress + July Sketches, Sketch 21, Rose Flower...



In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of a flapjack octopus I've put down a layer of texture for the background and when that dried, I laid in some paint as well.  Next I'll do a bit of work on his eyes and block in his base color.  The panel that I'm painting on is 4"x4"...  


This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

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Here is a sketch of a rose.  The rosebud is starting to bloom, I find the different stages of flowers beautiful.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in July.  This is day 21.  

This is a rough sketch.

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20 comments:

  1. ChristineJuly 21, 2017 at 12:27:00 PM PDT

    Lovely octopus work and a beautiful rose today Lisa!

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  2. Valerie-JaelJuly 21, 2017 at 1:03:00 PM PDT

    I am looking forward to seeing how the octopus progresses! Gorgeous rose sketch, too. Happy PPF, hugs, Valerie

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  3. AnonymousJuly 21, 2017 at 1:08:00 PM PDT

    It's always fun to see a work in progress and love the beautiful rose.

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  4. Gillena CoxJuly 21, 2017 at 1:08:00 PM PDT

    Good going. Happy PPF. i'm happy you dropped by my blog today

    Much love...

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  5. SHONJuly 21, 2017 at 1:22:00 PM PDT

    Such a nice sketch of rose! And your painting of a flapjack octopus is so fascinating! You are very gifted!

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  6. carol l mckennaJuly 21, 2017 at 1:29:00 PM PDT

    Oh the octopus is unique and bet it will be great ~ love the rose sketch ~ thanks for visiting my blog and commenting ~ ^_^

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  7. Linda KunsmanJuly 21, 2017 at 2:13:00 PM PDT

    I'm sure that octopus will have mesmerizing eyes:) Your rosebud is sketch is gorgeous just as it is...happy PPF!

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  8. Jennifer RoseJuly 21, 2017 at 4:06:00 PM PDT

    really great texture on that painting!

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  9. FayeJuly 21, 2017 at 4:28:00 PM PDT

    Your iris on the link and the rosebud here are beautiful. I look forward to seeing the progress of the octopus.

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  10. AnonymousJuly 21, 2017 at 5:39:00 PM PDT

    On my screen the octopus was faded. The rose is stunning.

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  11. Lisabella RussoJuly 22, 2017 at 12:05:00 PM PDT

    Thank you most kindly for your thoughtful and considerate comments. The octopus will come into focus more as I add paint to him...

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  12. GigglesJuly 22, 2017 at 4:00:00 PM PDT

    You Iris dream on your side bar is stunning... and I love your rose sketch!! Look forward to the finished product!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  13. Lowcarb team memberJuly 23, 2017 at 10:42:00 AM PDT

    Lovely work, coming along nicely.
    That rose is gorgeous.

    All the best Jan

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  14. Lisabella RussoJuly 23, 2017 at 11:48:00 AM PDT

    Thanks very much Giggles and Jan!

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  15. JeanJuly 23, 2017 at 8:13:00 PM PDT

    Love the rose sketch! Looks so real!

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  16. DVArtistJuly 24, 2017 at 8:11:00 AM PDT

    I have been so busy with my website that I am behind in everything. I am loving the start of these two new pieces. Have a great week.

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  17. Lisabella RussoJuly 24, 2017 at 12:00:00 PM PDT

    Thanks very much Jean and Nicole! I'm definitely behind in website updates myself...

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  18. MandyJuly 24, 2017 at 12:28:00 PM PDT

    Looking forward to seeing your sea creature finished....visiting from ppf, number 12...xx

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  19. Magic Love CrowJuly 25, 2017 at 2:16:00 PM PDT

    Your little octopus painting is going to be so cute! Love your rose sketch! Big Hugs!

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  20. Lisabella RussoJuly 30, 2017 at 11:35:00 AM PDT

    Thank you kindly Mandy and Stacy!

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