Saturday, January 12, 2013

"Back To Basics!"



"MFA Acrylic Class"
 I started an acrylics class at the Museum Of Fine Arts in Boston, MA, USA!
A very interesting review of basic acrylic painting. I did this piece for homework on 11" x 14" canvas board.


Quickly lay down a wash and sketch in some basic shapes.



Add lights and darks.  Define objects.


Add a bit of color!
Voila!
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15 comments:

  1. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 13, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    Great work Michael!
    You are so funny!
    Imagine posting a comment on your own blog!

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  2. NikonJoeJanuary 13, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    Hmmm. . .should I be commenting om my blog as well? I like how you took us through your steps to the final painting. Most interesting background and great shadows as well.

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    1. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:19 AM

      Thanks for visiting Joe!
      I am happy you like my work!
      Love your blog!
      Michael

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  3. Joan TavolottJanuary 13, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    Taking a class there must be great!!! I like seeing the steps you've taken to get this to this point. Thanks for sharing!!

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    1. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:20 AM

      Hi Joan!
      Taking a class at the MFA is great!
      Love everything about it!
      Thanks for your support!
      Michael

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  4. Wendy BarrettJanuary 14, 2013 at 4:27 AM

    Looks like a great class you are attending Michael. I like seeing your progress and will look forward to seeing your finished piece. The tonal qualities look great. Have you been visiting the museum's exhibitions while you are there for inspiration? I would love to visit Boston one day.

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    1. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:22 AM

      Hello Wendy!
      Thanks for dropping by!
      Yes, it is a wonderful class! I am glad you like my work! I love your art!
      I did make time to catch some of the exhibits. I will post a few photos soon!
      I think everyone would love Boston! I grew up there and of course I am a bit biased! Great city!
      Michael

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  5. Floriana QuainiJanuary 14, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    Ciao Michael,
    buon anno!!!
    Ho disertato un po' il blog, ho visto ora i tuoi lavori di questo periodo e apprezzato sia l'ironia che l'amore per l'oceano e le nuvole: molto bello il dipinto!
    Di quest'ultimo lavoro mi piace molto il confronto tra le varie versioni. Anch'io prima o poi proverò l'acrilico... per il momento apprezzo i tuoi ..
    Ciao, abbracci, Floriana

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    1. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:24 AM

      Ciao My Dear Italian Art Friend!
      Hi Floriana!
      It is always good to hear from you!
      I am so happy you like my work! Especially my ocean scenes! I have a special place in my heart for the sea! Also Italia!
      Ciao, abbracci to you also!
      Michael

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  6. SusanJanuary 14, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    Voila is right! Lovely color and texture. It seems like a wonderful class!

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    1. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:28 AM

      Ola Susan!
      So very, very nice to hear from you!
      I am glad you like this piece.
      So different for me to do still lifes. Also a challenge to do any "disciplined" work. It is very good for me!
      Yes, it is a wonderful class. A fantastic teacher and wonderful classmates. Much fun!
      Thank you!
      Michael

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  7. Celeste BerginJanuary 15, 2013 at 1:53 AM

    Michael..I bet you get an A for this...at least, that is what I would give you!

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  8. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 16, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Celeste!
    You are so very kind!
    It is funny you mentioned me getting an "A!" During the class I did scribble an "A" on one of my pieces as a joke. I also wrote, "Great work Michael!" Everybody got a good laugh! Even the instructor! It is so very important to have fun at times!
    Take care.
    I love your art!
    Michael

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  9. Helen CooperJanuary 16, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Hi Michael! I love how your homework turned out! ...... As you said on my blog 'I will be back' to see what your up to!

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  10. art by Michael PerchardJanuary 19, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    Good morning Helen!
    Thank you for visiting! I am happy you liked my homework. I love taking a class at the museum. I " will continue being back" to see your wonderful art as well!
    Art blogging is so much fun. Having other artist view each others work is so very nice.
    Art on Helen!
    Michael

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