Old Steamer
This was going to be a painting of a sailboat, but after laying down the sky and water it felt like the setting for an old merchant marine vessel. This side wheeler had a powered feel but also had masts and sails as auxiliary power. If find Liquitex blending media helps create smooth transitions between the values and shades in the sky and water. A bit of violet was added at the top of the sky. The rest of the background is all shades of blue. The deep red of the boat then pops.
Steamer - Brian Kelly, 2010 acrylic on canvas board, 9″ x 12″
- the Muse
