Self Portrait 2024 Process
Brainstorming sketches - I already had an idea so knew what elements to include. Just wanted to figure out the best composition for it.
Quick color lay-ins. Using a mirror as my reference.
Establishing the tonal values and colors.
Basic forms before refinement. Holding my hand up was getting tiresome, so I ended up analyzing and memorizing my hand, paint, and then repeat the process every a few minutes. That helped a bit. By the way, my model is terrible too. She doesn't know how to smile properly. 😂
Final