I had been admiring Kelley MacDonald's cocktail paintings when she threw out a challenge. I was never confident about painting glass or liquid but after studying her paintings I gave it a go.I also wanted to try the black gesso that Carol Schiff recommended and Deano uses a lot of the time.
Of course I could have chosen an easier subject than a mint filled Mojito but it is what it is.
8x6 oil on RayMar panel
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Sheila, this is just wonderful and amazing. Looks like you and I have had alcohol on our minds this week! LOL!
I have never had a mojito, Sheila, but that sure looks yummy! So refreshing! You did awesome with the glass and the background is just perfect for showing that glass to its best advantage. I'm dreaming of southern plantations, fans, dreams and hammocks...
Wow. wow. Really, Sheila, this is so cool looking. I feel refreshed, lol! You mastered the glass and the liquid!
You nailed this Sheila...you are fearless!
Sheila...you've done a wonderful job on this piece. I did one oil painting with a glass vase and had trouble with that. I love how you've handled the mint and ice in the glass. What makes up a Mojito?
Mmmm. I want one of those! You did a terrific job with the glass and the black gesso helps to make it even more believable. Really nice.
Excellent job, Sheila! I can almost taste it!
glass has always intimidated me... you nailed it!
Wow, that is amazing.
Yummy! is a great word to describe this painting. Nice work!!
glass is no easy trick, nicely done!!!
LOVE it!
Whoo hoo!! I'm so happy you girls are painting cocktails!! It looks delish!! We should all get together and have some real ones...lol!
OK....... I'm coming over for drinks ! Fabulous ice cubes and liquid. Well done
Your work is reflecting astounding growth with each new post! Bravo! Amazing job! We think glass is difficult, when all it is a series of values arranged in particular way. You portrayed it perfectly!
I feel like I can grab this glass right off the canvas and quench my thirst and more! Great job!
Minty! It makes me want a cocktail!
Very, very nifty, Sheila. Your glass technique works beautifully..and the mojito DOES look yummy!
Suddenly I feel thirsty...
Excellent job, Sheila!
-Don
Glass can be difficult, but you did a nice job.
Sheila, You amaze me with the range of subject matter that you tackle. Great job of this, I really like the way the background fades to brown at the bottom. Hope you enjoyed the gesso.
Thanks for the link, and all you comments on my blog. To answer your question, the painting today is 11x14.
See you on the net!
I love the idea of the black gesso in a painting like this. My mouth is watering, girl, and it's 9:30 A.M.! Thanks for the video, too ;)
Absolutely delicious! Sheila, spot on with painting liquids with that special excitement that only you can impart to canvas (well, in this case, Mylar).
mmmmm.... wonderful job Sheila, one of my favorite drinks too!
Now this one is my favorit.
Cheers Sheila what a great job.
I dont drink but this looks goooooooooooooooood.
Bravo, Sheila! Well done - not an easy subject to paint!
Refreshing! Great job on the ice. Thanks for the video too.
Yikes! I'm late for the party. Better start deciding on a drink!
this is really nice... the dark background, the light mint, ice, reflections... It all feels fresh and just right.
Sheila...I enjoy your blog and art so I've nominated you for the Sunshine Award. Now you have to go to my blog to get your award and instructions.
Fantasic creative
unique craftwork :-)
Je voudrais bien trinquer avec toi Sheila! Je ne connais pas Mojito. Cependant un petit verre de rosé bien frais accompagné de tapenade, pas mal non plus! je t'invite!
Cependant j'adore la menthe. Elle court partout dans mon jardin. J'en compose des bouquets que je place à la dollhouse. Je devrais en mettre maintenant dans un verre... semblable à cette belle oeuvre. Bises
Looks delicious, Sheila - one of my favorite drinks!
Sheila
Love your mojito,it is wonderful and I can taste it from here, keep up the good work.
How refreshing!!..... the black gesso worked wonderfully. Beautiful painting! You are amazing!!
It worked Sheila, and how thirsty I am on this hot hoit day in Cape Town!
Delicious Sheila! And isn't black gesso wonderful..
Love it and adding the video was genius :D
well you did a really marvelous job with the "black" gessoed panel. I really like it.
I hope you can tell us sometime what happened to you in the last couple of weeks. You have made a quantum leap in your paintings!
Don't stop now!
I think you did a great job with the mojito. It reminds me of a Kelley Painting!
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