Based on lab book doodles from early 2020 these studies develop the initial study #1 that I posted back in November. Far from being spontaneous, this work has gone through several pencil sketches in my sketchbook, and recently these two small studies. I was experimenting with colour schemes, using almost entirely earth paints from Stoneground Paint company, along with a few of the bright synthetics like lemon yellow. The dude under the tree is creepier than intended- he is hanging out peacefully with a giant virus. on the right is a toilette paper roll barricade with ER workers wielding needle-rifles full of vaccine and toilet plungers. Through the middle is a classic Ukiyo-e cloud effect, with hoards of angry viruses storming up the hill. I will probably try a few more studies, the tree, sky and colour scheme need work, and the middle can open a bit- the final painting will be on the large 22 x 30" format.
Saturation Costs Studies #2, 5 x 7.5" cold press watercolour, January 2021 (No. 2534b)
Saturation Costs Studies #3, 5 x 7.5" cold press watercolour, January 2021 (No. 2533b)
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