Years ago, I did a series of ballet subject
paintings. It started with an
illustration assignment for a book cover for one of the publishing companies I worked for in New
York. After completing the assignment, I
got models, and shot a ton of reference for several ideas I had at the time....for personal paintings. I eventually painted and sold all of those ballet
paintings.
"The Little Red Ballerinas", 8x10 oil on Panel
"Conceptual Study", Charcoal
9x12 Conceptual Study, oil on linen panel
I haven’t
painted one in some time until recently, during the Holidays. This has rekindled my interest in the dance
theme. I think it would be fun to do a
handful, or a dozen dance related subject paintings…..not only ballet, but
other dance forms as well….might be interesting! I have some ideas….just need to find the
right models…..or dancers. These are the
first small things that are the catalyst for wanting to do more. Stay tuned in 2016…..I will post them as I
paint them. Happy New Year! ....and, thanks
for listening to my Cajun Ramblings!
Hodges Soileau
OPA
