Artists Of Texas Contemporary Paintings and Art

© AnnHoffpauir I can see how this Longhorn aquired it's name. Some things just naturally can name themselves. Cattle are just a few creatures that fit that discription. How many of you have seen a cow or horse for that matter, and the name fit? The same can be said for cowboys. For more western, longhorn or equine art, visit my website http://www.ArtworkbyAnn.com

Today I thought I would post the process of a painting. I haven't got a name for this painting yet. That will come later. I find it harder to name a painting than to paint it. There are a couple of gal painters that I follow, Debbie Grayson Lincoln and Vernita Bridges Hoyt. The names of their paintings always seem to fit perfectly...hmmm, maybe thay can help name this one when it's finished. On this piece I toned my canvas with an acrylic wash first, then blocked in the cattle, grass and shadow shapes. There are the beginnings of the light areas and some midtones. Already you can see the orangy undertone coming through on the animals and landscape. I will post again as I progress with this painting. Time for a coffee break and to check this out with a fresh eye.