Sunday, November 19, 2017

WIP Big Eye Ghost Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy & Goddess, November 18 & 19 Daily Sketches...



In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of a big eye ghost, I've started on her hair.  After having done some tests for technique, I feel a bit more confident.  I've put in a couple of layers of her underpainting and will next proceed to glazing her hair a darker color.  "Moonrise" is inspired by an African American folktale "I Know Moonrise" as retold by S.E. Schlosser.  She drowned in the marsh and longs for her family. 

This big eyed beauty is on a 16"x20" canvas in acrylics.  This piece and "Orchid Intrigue" have been accepted by the Ontario Museum of History & Art "Diversity and Inclusion:  The Influence of African American Art in Southern California Exhibit."  They accepted them as works in progress, so I'm a busy bee trying to get them finished hopefully well before the deadline...  


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.

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has a determined expression and captivating hair...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a mermaid or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in November. This is from day 18. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 79. 

This is a rough sketch. 


Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has a feeling of cautious observation...  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in November. This is day 19. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 80. 

This is a rough sketch. 

8 comments:

Victoria said...

Fabulous Lisa! Wow, she is incredible..love her story and her whole essence is powerful, her face is stunning... and her hair is so marvelous too, love the rich deep colors. Also love your sketches, each uniquely beautiful. Stunning works!!
have a magical week ahead
V

Jennifer Rose said...

great hair texture on your painting :)

Christine said...

Your painting is coming along so beautifully and the maidens are gorgeous!

Lisabella Russo said...

Thanks so much Victoria, Jennifer, and Christine!

Lowcarb team member said...

I just love her eyes ...

All the best Jan

Lisabella Russo said...

Thanks very much Jan!

Magic Love Crow said...

Your work in progress Lisa is stunning! WOW!! Love both your sketches!! Love their look! Big Hugs!

Lisabella Russo said...

Thank you most kindly Stacy!