Friday

goose painting 2 ~

I'm still plucking away at my goose ~ pun intended

Here's the photo progress report so far:




I'm not happy with it :(

I think it looks like a goose with the back of a pheasant.  

More updates coming after I do something to change it ...
what am I changing??  how am I changing it??
I don't know ...
time will tell.

Thanks for bearing with me on this.
Critiques welcomed ...
Maybe you are seeing something I'm not and I really do welcome your comments on it.

Should I just trash it and start over?


Until next time ...
So it goes in my neck of the woods.
~mel

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12 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Oh gosh no! Don't trash it! You're a brave soul to show your creation in stages. Just like a gawky teenager, the in between phase between sketch and completion can be frustrating! But keep going! I bet it will turn out beautifully!

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  2. Betsy Banks AdamsFebruary 18, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I LOVE it, Mel.. You are so talented. I have no talent whatsoever in this area--so I'm always in awe of those who do...

    Don't trash it... I think it's great...

    Have a great weekend.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  3. jack69February 18, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    I'll break your arm if you trash it. I blew it up and I love the detail. I would love to be able to do that detail work. Look, this is something you know already, but it is a chalk artist's fact, 'Tell 'em what it is, and that is what they will see'.

    I see a beautiful Goose. If you don't like it, just put some legs on it and start another!!!

    I never tore a house down that was almost complete. Get the point Girl?

    You inspire me to try to do detail. You have a great talent, I think the oil is working for you. funny I went from oil to acrylic because it was faster, I am thinking of returning to oil.
    Love from Rainbow Springs in Florida

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  4. Cicero SingsFebruary 18, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I'm no artist but it looks mighty fine to me! If I could produce that I'd be over the moon.

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  5. DiannaFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Personally, Mel, I think it is quite lovely. Let me know if you really are going to trash it and I'll send you my mailing address. ;)

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  6. Pat - ArkansasFebruary 18, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Oh, NO!!! don't trash it! You'll figure out what to do to make it look like YOU want it to look.

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  7. DarFebruary 18, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Are You KIDDING? Do NOT trash that awesome goose!
    You asked me about the colors just now on the phone, and even tho you are a bit color blind, ya'd never know it...it's looking great. I wish I had your patience. Love the oils.
    BlessYourHeart

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  8. Arkansas PattiFebruary 18, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    I love seeing the progression. I don't know what is upsetting you about it but the general concensus above is 'DON'T TRASH IT". I think we are all the most critical of our own work. Listen to us and enjoy.

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  9. SunnyFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Dear mel, I am just trying to catch up on my blog reading.... I have no idea how to paint a goose. Do you have any reference photos you are using. That might be a big help. I use them alot in my painting work. Your detailing is wonderful! Don't trash it. I am proud of you for pursuing this talent of yours!

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  10. A Primitive HomesteadFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    I agree with everyonr else. Dont trash it! You have talent. It looks like a real beautiful goose. Blessings!

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  11. JeanFebruary 18, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Don't trash it!!! its a beautiful goose. Take care.

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  12. PaulaFebruary 18, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    You have my vote NO TRASH. I don't paint but I can see and it is beautiful.

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