Started on a painting I’ve been thinking of doing for years. A self-portrait. It’s a photo I shot in Denver CO when I was in basic training for the Army. We were out and about downtown to practice. I saw this beautiful handle on an old door and I came in close. I noticed the reflection of myself in the twin brass spheres. Ah! A self-portrait. I attempted this painting in pastels before and wasn’t satisfied. This time I’m starting with a Derwent Inktense Stick/water underpainting on Lux Archival paper. This is the underpainting before and after water application. I’m really happy with this and can’t wait to start on the pastel! 

Progress: Most of the background is completed with just some tweaks needed. Next is the fun part! The brass door handles!