High Point Wolf/Moon landscape

                                                                           High Point
                                                                             16"x12"
                                                                              Acrylic
Well I am not sure I am really done with this picture, but my mind is done with it.  I was working on some new techniques and using watercolor canvas.  Very different textures than paper.  The reason I tried this rather than traditional is that it is a bit smoother.  Am working on a new one where I gessoed 3 layers, sanding in between, to try to get a smooth surface.  I guess that is what I have adapted to working on paper all of these  years.

I never really thought of the teal/purple/black palette before but I really like how it all works together.  I must admit that I am at a loss right now as to what to do with the left side of the mountain range.  I added a bit of color but really wanted the focus to stay with the moon and wolf, but it does feel empty.  So rather than keep working on it I am going to call this experiment complete and move on to another project that I am excited about.  Still working with a night sky.

Thanks for stopping by an taking a look.

Comments

Helen said…
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July 1, 2017 at 2:26 PM
Helen said…
I LIKE that teal/purple/black palette!
July 1, 2017 at 2:27 PM
Joan Tavolott said…
Love the depth of color you have in this. The wolf and the moon are so great. Lovely job!!!
July 1, 2017 at 6:57 PM
hmuxo said…
Excellent work!!!!
July 2, 2017 at 9:05 AM
Mellowood Gallery said…
Super sky and moo, Nelvia. I think this is one of those pieces that need to get put aside for a while so you can come back to it fresh. It has great potential!
July 2, 2017 at 11:46 AM
Sheila said…
Love it all, but the textured moon really catches my attention.
July 4, 2017 at 8:57 PM
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