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"THE ART OF ILLUSION: Trompe L'Oeil Painting"
"Procedures and Techniques: Part II" by Robert K. Roark
"Gourds and Peppers", o/p, 5"x7", Roark
The drawing has now been made on the prepared gesso panel and the first coat of paint has been brushed on thinly and has dried. We will now proceed with a more opaque second layer of color. At this stage continue to use a medium composed of 1/3 linseed oil, 1/3 damar varnish and 1/3 turp. Over large, flat areas of background such as wood paneling stucco, etc., a second coat of paint can be lightly scumbled. An old, worn bristle brush works fine for this. Drag the brush lightly over the first coat of dry paint, allowing random bits of detail and texture to show through. These bits of texture can be reinforced in the next step.
For smaller areas (stamps or coins, for instance), a #0 or smaller watercolor brush works well. The paint should be applied with a touch avoiding any build-up. Cast shadows that may have been indicated in the initial coat should now be thinly covered over. These shadows will be glazed in during the final step.
While applying the second layer of paint, look carefully for any mistakes in drawing. Now is the time to correct any drawing errors.Continue with this second paint layer until the entire panel has been covered. Note that the application of paint at this stage should be somewhat more deliberate and precise than in step one. As you go along more and more bits of detail must be added. A maul stick is essential in order to ensure a steady hand. A bright, clear light and magnifiers that are worn like glasses can also be a big help. Keep your panel in a perfectly vertical position and raise or lower it so that the part on which you are working is at about eye-level.
In my next article, I will discuss the "final touches", including the proper varnish to be used and proper framing for that all-important professional presentation.
Scumbled - to drag a brush loaded with dry paint over a surface.
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Visit Mr. Roark in his studio at Winstanley-Roark Fine Arts, 2759 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631, Tel: (508) 896-1948 or (800) 828-7217, E-Mail: wrfa@masterfulart.com.
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