Study for self-portrait

Half happy, half angry. Drawn with calligraphy pen.

New self-portrait update

Break time! Think I'm overworking it.

Color Continues

This seems to be going well but I'm not sure how well. Or when to stop.

Grayscale layer. Check.

New Self-Portrait

I like it as is but want to try Freud's technique (as I understand it).

Homage to Coffee

The composition is a bit unsettling but the overall painting is decent for an afternoon.

 

Step 1: Outline and block in composition

Step 2: Add darkest darks and detail to test effect 

Step 3: Continue detail of all objects

Step 4: Add background

This procedure may not be viewed as mature, as working in a general to specific manner is quicker and much less stressful with regard to proportions. However, experimenting with the process is fun and I like how this turned out.