In this painting are the beloved hydrangeas, an old basket that has those wonderful bourbon colors, and a friend's suggestion of her husband's favorite bourbon, W.L. Weller.
I used the ValueViewer app again to work on the photograph to see both values and composition. Glass is both a challenge and a delight to paint. I felt that I had struggled to find the exact bourbon color that I wanted, so I did a little more pre-mixing of my colors this time. All of these refinements added to the success of this painting.
Please suggest what bourbon should be painted next. These would make a terrific addition to a bar area or for an astute gentleman on your Christmas list. I am looking forward to doing a series of them. Good thing I don't need to drink the bourbon to paint them. ;)
Oh! My friend bought this painting for her husband, but I can promise you I will paint it again!
I love this series, placing the bourbon next to flowers is a wonderful juxtaposition and the way you painted the flowers is pleasing as well.
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