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April 14, 2009
by Bonnie Porter
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“AFTER VAN GOGH”. Study of one his Sunflower paintings I saw in the Neue Pinakothek art museum in Munich last Spring. One important thing I learned from this exercise is that I needed to use yellow pigments closer to the … Continue reading

April 14, 2009
by Bonnie Porter
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“AFTER RENOIR” Vase of Roses, acrylic on square canvas.Painting with the Impressionists. Studying their techniques and color schemes.

April 13, 2009
by Bonnie Porter
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BEFORE—First, my “studio” gets relocated to the kitchen. Better light and easier access to water. Not to mention the all-weather inspirational view of the pond from my kitchen window! AFTER—And after adding more dabs of greens and reds and ochre, … Continue reading