Gizmo

First attempt and Reference Photo

Gizmo, 17x22

This one was challenging.  I got it right on the third drawing and second painting attempts.  Indoor pictures make it hard for me to create interesting light direction and contrast, but I still feel I captured the emotion of Gizmo, which is more important.  And, as always, I learned a lot- specifically that I think I like Kilimanjaro paper over Arches (the tooth is finer), and that I need to approach a painting with at least three techniques in mind, not just one.  Also, I think I'm going to invest in more prep work for each painting, that is, to create value sketches. 

My next two are on their way- a puppy named Bella, and a Black Lab named Spud.