Class 3: The Palette Knife

       One of my goals during this class is to become less detailed and more painterly, while still achieving space and dimension in my paintings.  My instructor suggested that I put away the brushes for awhile and use only a palette knife. Here is the result of my first painting with only a palette knife:

       I was extremely please with this initial attempt.  I like the movement in the paint and the color variation.  I especially like the depth in the leaves and the shadow on the table.  I think the flowers could have had more dimension, but since this is only a study meant to be accomplished in one sitting, I will leave it as is.

    

What a FANTASTIC suggestion by Nancy!