Post #554114 by TikiG on Wed, Sep 15, 2010 9:23 PM

Aloha Tiki Peeps!

I've received a request to post an in-progress photo of my latest painting(s)if possible. This afternoon I started a two-part project, both paintings will be on 2' x 4' press-board panels each prepared with black gesso and then layered with a thin coat of commercial black acrylic paint. Both images will be that of nude Polynesian wahine.

I'm going for the black-velvet look the goal being accomplished without the pain and suffering that real black-velvet requires from me. I consider these form studies to be painted loosely but with intent of depth and beauty and yes with a nod to master Leeteg.

So here you go - I'm one hour into this painting so far. Pic taken without flash then enhanced slightly.
Taking a TV break now and will resume painting in the morning...

What do you think?
What would be a cool background - if any?

My goal is a classic mid-century feel. Thanks for stopping by and participating in advance. Cheers! G