So Big acrylic little boy

So Big
Ok, got off the snide here and actually did some painting.  This reference photo, when I saw it,  reminded me of when I was little and wanted to be bigger.  Seemed like there was always something I couldn't do because I was little.    Did your parents have a door jam that they measured your growth on?

This picture was inspired by a video by Cinnamon Clooney, she is painting some tribute pictures to Holly Hobbie.   Hers are all little girls in those straw hats.  While I always learn sometihng I don't like to do a piece exactly the same way, but will look for a reference where I can incorporate what I learned, but still have it be my piece.  So was a perfect way to combine doing a fun little piece.  

I also realize how far my art journey has come because I now don't hesitate if I have an incomplete photo reference.  I had to find an image of hands to add as the photographer from PMP actually cut the photo off at the elbows.  Where that used to throw me, now I just adapt!!   Also, I realize that there are really few references of people with their backs to the camera.  

Thanks much for stopping by and taking a look.




Comments

Sheila said…
Beautiful work Nelvia! I love all the wrinkles and the reaching hands, and your wonderfully loose background. The fence and the grass are perfectly real :) Bravo :)
January 28, 2019 at 2:16 AM
laurelle said…
A charming composition, Nelvia...love the bits of color in the grass, the way you rendered the folds of his clothing. I concur on your feeling of pride for feeling confident enough in your artistic journey to go beyond the photo reference...now the possibilities are truly limitless.
January 28, 2019 at 3:37 AM
Jane said…
Love this sweet subject, and your work on the hands is just perfect !
January 28, 2019 at 4:28 AM
hmuxo said…
This is so adorable Nelvia. It would be perfect in a child’s room!
January 28, 2019 at 7:51 AM
Mellowood Gallery said…
Well done Nelvia! This is a charming piece and, congrats on going beyond your reference.
January 28, 2019 at 10:49 AM
Joan Tavolott said…
Your painting really made me smile. I'm sure it tells a special story to each of us depending on our memories. This came out really nice!! I like that you were able to add what you wanted to make the painting work better for you. Bravo!
January 29, 2019 at 5:34 PM
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