Step 1
We enjoyed relaxing on the dock at Sam Kent’s Camp at Lake Willoughby in northern Vermont. This painting, “Lake Willoughby Boat Docks” was completed in my studio after returning home, […]
Step 2
While relaxing on Kent’s boat dock, I completed several drawings in my sketchbook which helped cement the scene in my mind, and gave me a reference to work from later […]
Step 3
While working I always place my value study or pencil sketch on the table along with any reference photos I may have. I am working on 300 lb. Arches paper. […]
Step 4
I complete the painting by bringing the reflections into the water, and adding the darkest darks in the rocks and under the docks to create value contrast. Ripples are also […]
Step 5
One way to get really familiar with your subject is to become completely immersed in it. That’s me in the water at the end of Kent’s boat dock. Yes, the […]
