No. 90

No. 90 / Napoleon 
Watercolor/Pan Pastel, image size 5.25" x 8.25" (paper size 9" x 12")

The Cult of Portraiture list would not be complete without my  bobble-headed rendition of Napoleon Dynamite. I used Pan Pastel with my watercolors for this one and am excited to use it more. It blends beautifully.

It's hard to believe March is coming to a close so soon, but I am looking forward to April's theme of MAGNIFIED. And, it will be a big month as I am getting married! 

Tonight will be the drawing for a free portrait for a lucky list member. Stay tuned for more details . . . 

No. 89

No. 89 / Mrs. Fitz
Watercolor, 9” x 12” (Image 5.25" x 8.25")
 
Today I will be highlighting two paintings instead of one. Often in the early mornings I am listening to the audiobook series Outlander while painting. This might explain all the pieces dedicated to the show, huh? 

This weekend I was on a mission to find something specific at the art supply store and came home with something entirely different. (Does this ever happen to you?) Of course, I had to try out my new supplies! I wanted to complete my Outlander series with Mrs. Fitz and began drawing with just the Derwent Graphitint pencils. I used one pencil color and wet the drawing with water and a brush.  (I think it was the most successful of the lot.)


That was the case until I decided to experiment additionally with watercolor and Derwent Intense pencils —then things just got a bit messy. 


Although both the Derwent mediums are nice I wasn't a fan of them with my watercolor. This led to painting "B," which is strictly watercolor. Like I said, the drawing was probably the most successful of the whole bunch (and saved a ton of time), but sometimes a little exploration is necessary! And, hey, who doesn't love art supplies?!


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No. 88

No. 88 / Captain Call
Watercolor, image size 5.125" x 8.125" (paper size 9" x 12")

Today's painting is of Captain Call from Lonesome Dove. I used some new tools for this painting. Specifically, I used some Derwent Graphitint and Inktense pencils with my usual watercolors. I am not sure how well I like them together, but separately I like them both fine. They aren't quite as blendable as watercolors. And, they don't quite have the ability to pull color out, but they are nice on their own. I have more experiments coming . . . good and bad. :) Rock your Sunday! 

No. 87

No. 87 / Claire
Watercolor, image size 5.125" x 8.125" (paper size 9" x 12")

Can I tell you how lucky I am?  It was my birthday this week and I got oodles of art related goodies. I cannot wait to try out some new media + mediums in the upcoming weeks. You may even see some videos! 

This morning's painting comes to you later than usual. I had some finishing work to do on the painting before I sent it out. This is of Claire from the Outlander series. The brave, smart woman who travels to 18th century Scotland. The new series begins on April 4, 2015. Are any of you fans? 

No. 86

No. 86 / Deputy Kovacs
Watercolor, image size 5.25" x 8.25" (paper size 9" x 12")

I had a very special guest visit me while painting this portrait of Deputy Kovacs from The Grand Budapest Hotel. I will reveal more soon, but I can tell you I am very excited!

One thing I can reveal to you is that April will be the month of MAGNIFIED. This topic is wide open and I am stoked for a new direction. I may even explore some new medium.

Rock your Friday friends! 

I

No. 85

No. 85 / Dougal Mackenzie 
Watercolor, image size 5.25" x 8.25" (paper size 9" x 12")

Today's character is another from the Outlander series known as Dougal MacKenzie, war chieftain of Clan MacKenzie. I enjoyed working with these muted colors and hope to explore them a bit more. And, here is a shot that illustrates the size of this painting. Happy Thursday!

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No. 84

No. 84 / Red Jamie 
Watercolor, image size 5.25" x 8.25" (paper size 9" x 12")
Price: $84.00 plus tax and shipping ($2.30) for list members

Last summer I went abroad to the United Kingdom, and I was intoxicated with the rich history and culture I found there. Scotland was one of my favorite places. Maybe it was the dark sandstone buildings, the father and his young son I saw running errands in their kilts, or the Scottish National Portrait Gallery that appealed to me most. No matter what, I was lucky to have the opportunity. 

When my friend, Michelle, told me about the series Outlander I thought it sounded interesting. When I realized it was primarily based in Scotland, I was hooked. Although this series is a modern television show, not a cult classic, I am betting it becomes a fan favorite. This portrait is of the swoon worthy protagonist of the series, Red Jamie (Fraser). He defies death and the Red Coats many times over in the story. 

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No. 82

No. 82 / The Dude
Watercolor, Paper size 9" x 12" (Image size 6.25" x 8.25")

This is another "get out of jail free" painting. This is the Dude from The Big Lebowski. A fun tribute to Jeff Bridges. 

No. 79

No 79 / The Stranger
Watercolor, 5" x 7"  (less .6" border)

TGIF!! This Friday couldn't have come any sooner. My fiancé is coming to town this weekend and I am ready for some rest and relaxation. How about you? 

Full Disclosure Friday—today I used one of my 'get out of jail free' cards. There was no possible way I was getting a painting done for today's post. This one I did 2014. It is of Sam Elliott as "The Stranger" in The Big Lebowski. Seriously, who doesn't love a little Sam Elliott? You forgive me, right? I thought you might. 

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No. 78

No. 78 / M. Gustave
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

Now, I am just having fun. I love The Grand Budapest Hotel for all its vibrant colors and quirky characters. I just couldn't help myself from indulging in some more characters. I apologize this photo is not better. I finished it last night and took the photo in unfavorable light. (A better photo will be posted to my Facebook & Blogger later today.)

No. 77

No 77 / Dmitri
Watercolor, 5" x 7"  (less .6" border)

As far a quirky movies go The Grand Budapest Hotel is at the top. It has typical Wes Anderson (WA) flair and is one of his best, I think. What I love about WA films is that he uses the same actors in a lot of his films. Adrien Brody is one of these staples. I have painted him a few times and always appreciate his uniqueness. It makes my job a little easier. 

No 76

No. 76 / Leeloo
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

Happy St. Patrick's Day! May you have a safe and jolly holiday!

Today's character is Leeloo from The Fifth Element. 

No 75

No 75 / Walter #2
Watercolor, 5" x 7"  (less .6" border)
Price: $75.00 plus tax and shipping ($2.30) 
"Smokey, my friend, you are entering a world of pain."
This guy could be accused of jumping the gun. He's the hot headed bowling buddy of The Dude in The Big Lebowski. 

No. 74

No. 74 / Walter Mitty
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

"Life is about courage and going into the unknown."

This isn't a classic movie. It's not from the 80s. And, to my knowledge, it didn't get a lot of box office fanfare. In my heart it is a classic, however. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is all about breaking the barriers. Maybe those are barriers you've set for yourself, or those imposed on you by  someone else. It's about being brave and just "going for it." Waiting until the end is not an option. 

No. 73

No. 73 / Marty
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

This is my rendition of Marty McFly from Back to the Future. I struggled a bit with this one.

No. 72

No. 72 / Long Duk Dong
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

"What's happenin', hot stuff?"

Today's portrait  is of foreign exchange student, Long Duk Dong, from Sixteen Candles. Classic 80s movie right there! 

No. 71

No. 71 / Roy Batty
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

This is the rogue replicant, Roy Batty, from the film Blade Runner. 

No. 70

No. 70 / Duckie
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

I once was told by a painting professor that most art majors no longer create artwork five years after graduating college (that was ten years ago). I often think of this and use it for motivation.  It makes me glad I am still creating work. This project forces me to paint every day, and I hope the process makes me a better artist. I think it helps me let go, to a degree. If something isn't good I just have to l move on. I can't lament failure (or be crippled by it). Tomorrow will be a new painting. A new victory. A new opportunity. 

Today's painting marks number 70 of these opportunities.This is Duckie from the teenage angst classic Pretty in Pink. It was fun to step back into a time filled to funky outfits and pre-mullet hair. (I admit, I think James Spader's hair is pretty fabulous in this movie!) 

No. 69

No. 69 / Captain Koons
Watercolor, Paper size 5" x 7" (less border .6")

I have to chuckle because the longer I look at this painting the more it makes me think of ET. It's actually Christopher Walken from a scene in Pulp Fiction. He is one of my favorite actors for his unique, eccentric characters. He's a pretty good dancer, too. 

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No. 68

No 68 / Claire
Watercolor, 5" x 7"  (less .6" border)

Cult of Portraiture month would not be complete without this gal. She was in a number of movies from the 80s. My favorite was The Breakfast Club. I can't tell you how many times I watched that movie in junior high school wishing I had both her haircut or her "cool." 


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