[honesttjohn]

worst student he's ever had. And if I ever finish and display these in public to not mention his name or any affiliation with him. But we're all friends here - right??

First thing he had me do was paint a blank canvas (that's scary) using basic (very basic) tecniques and getting used to the paint and different brushes and what they do.

Then we did a "simple" (yeah, right) loon. Got to touch it up and finish the frame at home. Good thing it was in 3d so I could at least follow some lines and shapes.

Now we get into animals. They are different from birds. It's all hard for me. Some is just harder. He can't figure out why a mere mortal has a hard time doing this.

He saved the big one for last. Starts with some background.

And then started the deer - and ran out of time. More finishing alone with no help.

It was an interesting and challenging time - confirming what I already knew --- I ain't got no talent or much ability. But I'm admitting it and not trying to be something I'm not or fool anyone........yet.

Many thanx to Scottart. I gave him a bunch of laughs. But I got a thick skin!!

 

[honesttjohn]

Actually, that is not a bad start. Even my two great-granddaughters, 2 and 4, still color outside the lines.

That's just it. There aren't any lines other than the main shape on the 3D. None at all on the canvas. That's intimidating!!

 

[honesttjohn]

I cook better than I paint. And it was a pleaure serving you Master Scott.

 

[honesttjohn]

Artie - it was a pretty good time.

 

[honesttjohn]

Yeah - right. Titled .........."What not to do when trying to paint." Never did see any of those numbers on anything he had up there.

 

[honesttjohn]

Looks good to me, I have absolutely NO artistic ability, don't get me wrong I can copy fairly good (as long as I don't rush it, and I mean wood projects) but painting is way above my pay grade.

Above mine too. I can't paint a wall with a roller, but Scott started with the (very) basics and did a lot of step by step and knowledge sharing of how things are done (secrets?). He crammed a lot into 3 1/2 afternoons. I don't think I can remember even most of it. Now I'm on my own to finish the damage. Told him I can now say I studied under the great Scottart------- he said not to say anything about this or mention his name in any way with my newfound unearthed "talents". My lack of artistic concepts was just affirmed. And Alaskan Amber is pretty good beer!