8.07.2009

When Things Just CLICK!

Things just clicked today! Wow, I got this thing painted in just over an hour! I painted this for my Dad who worked for Volkswagen while he was in college, and he owned a Karmen Ghia that he just adored. I was driving down Ford Pkwy. the other evening a few cars behind this one, and I thought, "OH, that is a great looking Karmen Ghia! I'm going to try to follow it to shoot pics for Dad!" Well, the guy pulled over and parked, and I parked right behind him and asked if he minded my shooting a couple of pictures of his car (telling him about my Dad...) he was happy for me to, so I did. Got them and chose this angle. I toned it thickly with a palette knife with raw umber and painted with oil on top. I was in my groove today!
I'm giving this to my Dad... ;)

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Claire! Love this painting! I'm sure your dad will love it too! Miss you gal!
Carla

Anonymous said...

Hey CKH - Your dad is going to love this painting. I remember what a big Kar...man he is! Very cool - I love your ride in the background.

Lolo

Jennifer Redstreake Geary said...

Wow, excellent! wonderful painting!! My dad has a candy apple red Ghia like that, you just inspired me to paint his! :-)