the finished work: home in 30, xoxo, 2009, oil on shaped birch panel
first sketch
my model, Phillip, designer friend across the hall
figuring out the profile
grid of the final shape
transfer to panel
cutting out the shape
cutting the backing
safety goggles!
gesso
and sand
my makeshift dustroom
and more gesso...
and more sanding...
the finished panel, ready to paint
taping the edges
home in 30, xoxo
the finished painting in the gallery window - booya!