More and more, I take great pleasure in preparing to paint. Value studies are one way to ramp up my confidence and enthusiasm for the painting ahead. Pencil in hand, I can make decisions about how to guide the viewer's eyes around the paper. I also like the feel of the pencil against the page.
Here's a view of the little German town where I taught high school English back in the '70's. The silhouette is pleasing to me with the spires jutting up into the sky. I also enjoy thinking about how to indicate the background with very little detail. Now I can think in terms of color, trying out combinations in my head.
Take time to prepare, and your painting process will be much more enjoyable.
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