I am planning on painting 12 different Santas for the Twelve Days of Christmas - and this is number 3! Here, Old Saint Nick is feeding his beloved Blitzen. Although I prefer the predictable surface of the wood panel, I am getting accustomed to the woven canvas. I first prime them with a little gesso, acrylic paint to tint, combined with some water-based sealer. Once this layer is dry, I can start the sketch, filling in with the oils. For these minis, I have chosen an unusual tint - warm, bold yellow! Wanting a color that all others would "pop" against led me to this choice. I like it! It is a crazy choice, but I think it gives the whole painting a warm glow where it peaks through the other layers. This reindeer was particularly fun to paint! Love laying on that thick fur! Painting number 716 in 716 days - and Christmas is just around the corner! Yikes!
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