Less is more~Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
“Happiness project” was a new adventure for me, painting a much larger painting than usual, (48” X 48”) and also have the under-painting be entirely bright red. For some reason the red under-painting made the canvas feel larger. Trying to have control in this unfamiliar setting was even more difficult.
I am definitely not a minimalist in a classic way, but when painting I like to use my teacher’s guideline, “when it says what it is there is no need to say more”.
Leaving bits and pieces of the red underpainting created a glow, especially when a transparent hue was used. When taking a photograph, the reflection of the red under-painting vibrated, that is why I took a video of the detail to give you a better view of the color and value.
I was concerned about painting the red out. I found myself asking the question “When is the painting finished?” That one extra stroke can put it over the edge.
When do you think the painting is finished? Have you ever gone to far?
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq89E-TSZ-s[/youtube]
*ART20K footage completed 9380 square inches.
*Painting “Happiness Project” measures 48″ X 48″, oil on museum wrapped canvas, price $5760.
*All art from Janet Vanderhoof’s Fine Art Gallery, maybe seen in Janet’s studio at Morgan Hill, CA. You may purchase through contacting my email jvander51@msn.com or phone (408) 460-7237. Thank you!
Beautiful Janet!
Thanks so much Shannon!
glorious!!! vicki 🙂
Really appreciate you stopping by Vicki, thank you so much!
Wonderful!!! 😀
Thank you so much for the visit Christine and comment 🙂
I loved the video, the depth you’ve created in this work just blows my puny little brain lol… I’m late to the party (as usual!) but will never miss out on sharing in one of your works if I have anything to say about it. Am proud of you Janet 🙂
A dynamic painting Janet! Wonderful job and oh so vibrant! I totally agree , it really takes self control to stop fiddling towards the end of a painting. For me it is almost intuitive and if I don’t listen to that voice saying Stop! I topple over into the overdone world. Some day I will try a really large painting–I remember doing so in my late teens–a retirement project maybe. 😀 Thanks for sharing!
So glad you watched the video Chrissy. It looks complicated, but it is all about layering. I always appreciate you visiting and leaving a comment, you are always so supportive, thank you!
Thanks Deb. Yes listening to the voice is very important. Painting large is a workout, lol. I realize it can be very physical. Thank you for stopping by always love hearing what you have to say.