Fur In The Paint

Since I was having so much trouble getting a photo with enough contrast for the blog I decided to edit this photo in a different photoshop. I think I got somewhat better results.

As the deadline for the next Apples ‘N Oats is fast approaching I am painting and writing my little heart out. I had a bit of a rocky start since, well let’s face it. I write about draft horses an awful lot and seriously what new thing could I possibly discuss on the subject.

So since the painting is of my neighbor’s mares I decided to go with my favorite story of them. (the horses not the neighbors) Sorry guys, you’ll have to wait until the magazine comes out for it though.

I included another detail of my third horse. Once again the muzzle area is not done. This is the work that I completed yesterday. Today will be all about getting her body in and then tackling the job of putting in mane and forelock on all three. (Shown here only the under wash is in for the mane)

My plans for a background are going to be very basic. Light blue sky. Very soft and subtle. Because as you know I’m all about the horses.

Place Your Bets! So whether or not I make my deadline is kinda up in the air. I am pretty sure I can. Unless I run into difficulties getting the manes in which honestly is the only area that I am feeling a little anxious about.

Another possibility is the gallery chaos will overtake my painting time. We shall see I suppose.

Tags: WIP

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