Work In Progress, Osprey, Lovers Key, Update 16

Work In Progress: Osprey: Lover’s Key, Florida Update 16
This painting is finished!
Most of you will see no changes to this from last week. The changes have been subtle, and that’s probably why I’ve decided that this painting is complete. I guess I could continue to tinker with it – for who knows how long. But, when I get to this stage, where any changes I make don’t really have an effect on the appearance, it’s done. I added a bit of color here and there, filled in some darks, sharpened up some edges.
I also added some more paynes grey to the sky, darkening it a bit here and there and defining the edges of some of the clouds. I didn’t go further because I didn’t want the sky to become more important and attract notice. It’s a supporting element.
So, the painting will have to stand as it is.

In addition to working through this painting I’ve been busy on other projects this holiday season. In addition to helping decorate the house I’ve completely re-finished a dresser for my daughter, who, by the way, is due to deliver twins tomorrow! It seems like last week when she announced she was going to become a mother once again. Now the time has arrived. The family will be quite busy over the next few days with the new arrivals.

I’ve got some ideas for my next project and am working through narrowing it down. I never lack ideas. There’s a snow scene in mind, a portrait and a landscape high on the list. Next week I’ll present my next project.