work in progress

Well, we've been working hard. Chloë is learning that sitting still is really hard.

I'm still pleased with how this painting is coming along. The composition, the likeness, the simplicity. A long way to go but she was pleased when I said it was going to be hers to keep.

(But just between us it may be entered in a few competitions and if I'm lucky go on a few outings from time to time.)

getting bigger

This is a 30x30 work. Not very huge but will take more than a few hours to complete. Even more than a few days most likely. I haven't worked this large in a long time.
The subject is my oldest daughter Chloë. So far I like that the cat Whiskers is an element and there is a book since Chloë loves both. I also like the angles of her chin, the book, and her legs. I also like that the cat's tail forms a sort of question mark. Cats are sensual creatures and my daughter is at the threshold of becoming a woman and all that that entails. (No pun intended.) Who is this person I loved as a babe becoming?
I have high hopes for this piece.