March Meet the Maker, Day 9, Rough Sketch / Mock Up:

“Yellow Tree” rough sketch and oil painting in progress.

Abstract watercolor sketches, and “Rise Above” abstract watercolor painting.

Rough / Mock Up:

March 9, 2020

Day 9, Rough / Mock Up:
When I think of past projects, I did not have the practice to make mock ups or examples or sketches before I painted or drew. I just got my canvas and paper and just made the art.

But now that I am challenged by commissions or more serious projects, I make smaller mock ups or sketches before I dive into the work, just to make sure it is what the client wants before I invest a lot of time and money into a project.

That experience, as well as advise I got from a past instructor, helped me develop a system of making smaller examples of what the project will be, before I make the final piece. It helps with composition, focal points, and to see if there needs to be any changes made. It visually helps to see the final project.

“Happy Hippo” colored pencil sketch and watercolor commission.

“Pine Landscape” sketch and oil painting in progress.