watercolor work in progress
still thinking about a title :)
I love fall. It's my favorite time of year, and I don't think I could happily live in a place without this season. I love the way it smells, so fresh and crisp. I love pulling out my comfy sweaters and wrapping up in them. I love making soups and stews that remind me of my mom, making my house really feel like a home. I love that feeling of anticipation that good things are coming, soon.
I met my husband in the fall, and I think for that reason alone I will always have crazy, romantic, nostalgic feelings at this time of year. I love it :)
So, I've been wanting to do a Halloween painting for a while with all those fun colors, costumes and memories. A few years ago I asked my son to sit and model for me, and he did. . . reluctantly. Then I did what any good mom would do. I bribed him with candy.
Which of course worked. :) Never underestimate the power of sugar.
Oh, and you'll have to forgive the staples showing in this picture, I'm in a bit of a hurry. I've got a hot date tonight with my husband :):):) See you tomorrow friends, I'm off to pretty myself up.
What I'm listening to (about a hundred times today): Take Me (As You Found Me) by Anberlin (my new favorite band)
wow !!! can't keep up with your posts :) wonderful w i p pieces!
ReplyDeleteFall is in the air and I love it! This piece brings to the surface a lot of great memories.... sights... sounds... smells.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever come to the pumkin walk every Oct 31st (on the same street as the nature preserve/boardwalk)? It's free, and there are hundreds of awesome carved pumpkins. It's almost time for it again. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Crystal, this is so adorable. Can't wait to see the finished work. But, of course, you are entitled to a date with hubbby, too.
ReplyDeleteOh Crystal, this is great already! I love Halloween too and autumn, and the crisp air and sweaters and the food. This painting already rocks - great bones (forgive the joke). I can't wait to see this one. Thanks for your motivational post the other day. You are so positive and affirming and it just made me smile. You are probably out on your date night as I write. Hope you're having a fantastic time!
ReplyDeleteThis one will just be amazing!! I can't wait to see it finished.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the finished piece. I have been out of action for a while and had a very happy time catching up with all your posts.
ReplyDeleteAm I inspired ?
The face and the pumpkin generate a lot of interest right now. I'll waiting to see where you'll take it from now.
ReplyDeleteHi Crystal ... this is so beautifully
ReplyDeletestarted ... can´t wait to see it finished
Great beginning Crystal. Love the look on your son's face and the light on the pumpkin. Hope you and hubby have already scheduled another date!
ReplyDeleteI smiled when I read this post, especially the part about what sugar can do! I feel exactly the same about the Autumn, I love it and it approaches us here in the uk too. This painting is going to be SO good! I just LOVE the pumpkin! I can't wait to see the finished piece :0)
ReplyDeleteIt is not Fall for 5 more days! Don't rush me. I'm interested to see the finished piece and how the colors look with the costume. What kind of paint do you use (brand?)
ReplyDeleteI love Fall too, Crystal. See? Now I have another thing to add to the long list of things I like about you. Can't wait to see this painting evolve. Looks awesome. Also, it's nice to see another mom wielding the power that is candy.
ReplyDeleteLoving it!!!! Isn't Fall an awesome time of year. I just bought my boys costumes and I can't wait to put my decor up. I can't wait to see the finished painting, tell your little guy that he has to be one of the scariest skeletons I've ever seen:) Have fun on your date:)
ReplyDeletethis is fun crystal can see the little skeleton taking shape there ... i'm impressed your son agreed to model ...hope your show was a success
ReplyDeletethis is fun crystal can see the little skeleton taking shape there ... i'm impressed your son agreed to model ...hope your show was a success
ReplyDeleteOoo! can't wait to see this one finished! I LOVE the fall too. All teh leaves changing, then you can pile them all up and then have a huge leaf fight!!! oh and lot of hot chocolate. Yum :)
ReplyDeleteI love Fall too! It's my favorite season!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gifted artist you are. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.
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