This beginning study of the model, John Gingerich was done on September 25, in an open studio session. The session is held weekly, at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation, in Watkinsville, GA. This particular stage,… OCAF Open Studio September 25,2018

The workshop began on Sunday evening with a painting demonstration by Abner. Abner responded to questions as he demonstrated his technique for painting a portrait from a live model. The workshop continued Monday-Friday with two… Abner Cope Portrait Painting Workshop – June 17-22, 2018

My painting of the model Rick during the 3 hour open studio at OCAF. I began with a drawing of Rick using a mixture of ivory black and raw sienna (step 1). Step 1 Next… OCAF Open Studio – July 3, 2018