Several weekends ago, I took a trip to the beach with family. Overall it wasn't bad, but I came back more tired than ever. While at the condo, we played a few rounds of the board game Clue. It was the first time my brothers had ever played it and they caught on rather quickly. Andrew however seemed to have the notorious problem of rolling ones and twos, making his trek across the board slow and arduous. Each time he played as Colonel Mustard, and I had the idea for this painting (still unfinished). He is known for giving people "that look." Below is an example of how game conversation would often go.
Colonel Mustard: I believe the crime was committed by Miss Scarlet with theeeeee.... Revolver!
Professor Plum: Where?
Colonel Mustard: In the leg.
Mr. Green: He means what room?!
Colonel Mustard: In the Conversationary.
Professor Plum: You mean the Conservatory?
As for the painting, there are about three layers on the face. Probably could use a few more but I've already spent more time on it than I thought I would.
13 comments:
Very nice! Is this oil or acrylic?
Thanks David! This is oil on canvas.
It frustrates me though because the problems I'm having with it should have been worked out by now. I need more practice with the medium for sure.
yeah, it is a pretty lousy painting...show-off :)
gorgeous, of course...far beyond anything I could offer!
It was Anthony -in the condo- with the paint brush. - blowing away minds.
Thanks Joe and Kelly :)
Joe it's just I've been looking at it too much... I've nearly critiqued it apart, but there is always room for improvement.
Kelly, you're just too funny! my mind's been slow today but I did just get it... lol!!!
you rock! :)
impressive,
always a pleasure to leave your site inspired.
-c.g.young
Wonderful as usual, Anthony! Sounds like a fun vacation even if it was tiring! :o)Spending time with the fam is always inspiring...
Thanks C.G.!
Thank you Phyllis, and yes they are definitely inspiring :)
This is really good! When are you getting it framed?
I love his expression. SO full of life. And the verbal exchange so typical of a child. You have alot of great stuff here. I will be back.
Ha! Oil paintings are never done. That's the way they are. You can work on them for years! Decades!
But this one? Really nice. Bravo!
Thanks Alex.
Thank you Kim!
Thanks Ben, and you are so right! Layer upon layer... when does it end?!
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