Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Glass, glass and more glass!

I have been collecting vintage and new tinted glass bottles all summer.
This painting started out as a study of light through glass with only one bottle, and then another and another until it grew into this monster project on a full sheet of paper.

When I was in college one of my favorite teachers was Professor Louise Stahl.
I was lucky enough to get into her Color Theory class Sphomore year.
One assignment was to set up an abstract painting using only the tinted lights crossing 
and overlapping within a light booth.
Since I pretty much just drew my way through college, 
this was very different and challenging for me.
But probably the class I learned the most from that year.

This painting is in homage to a fabulous teacher and a great learning process.


My interests here are reflection, refraction and most of all the light.
I'm a bit obsessed with this idea right now and most mornings can't wait to get back to my table!

I don't know if this will be a keeper but I'll keep plowing through to find out.
I'll be back with more progress.  Stay tuned!

4 comments:

  1. I love seeing a glimpse into your workspace Carmella. It is evolving beautifully, the reflections from the glass on the fabric make an interesting play of shapes. Happy painting!

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    1. Hi Celia and thank you! You wouldn't believe just how small my workspace actually is, just a table and bulletin board really, but it's working for me. Hope all is well with you.

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  2. Carmella - this looks like it is going to be another beautiful painting. Your work is outstanding. Thanks for sharing. Hope you have a great day.

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    1. Oh thanks for the vote of confidence Debbie! Just finished the third bottle and ready to move onto another tomorrow.
      Happy Halloween!

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