STEP 1
I always start with an inspiration which many times comes by surprise and stays dormant in my mind, like a seed waiting to germinate. I gather as many elements for reference as possible, but only select a few (5 or 6) with the features that will give character to my painting. After this, my mind automatically puts the pieces together almost like a puzzle. I close my eyes and imagine what the painting is going to be, and then I’m ready. In the old days, canvasses were- Raw Sienna, Yellow Ochre, Burnt Sienna, Raw Umber, Indian Red, Paynes Grey, that gives me a warm sunset and a savannah feeling.
