It's interesting how often dark clouds are layered with light ones. Do we tend to focus on the dark or the light? I've been working on focusing on the light in my life. Sometimes the the contrast makes the light too much to look at straight on. Sometimes it's the two together that creates the beauty.
Rhododendron
Well, my little Rhodie didn't get finished in a day... but I think she's coming along nicely just the same. This has been a great exercises in both hard and soft lines, as well as lights and shadows. I can see that I need to follow my own rule and stop being afraid of the dark! I think as I deepen the shadow areas it will really bring a greater sense of depth to the flower.
K. Day 3
Values... The top of her face is in shadow, so I'm beginning to play with the values. The contrast is still too high and she needs more color in the rest of her face. But she's starting to come to life a little...
