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Is My Husband Good Enough to Take Up Painting (his question - not mine)
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Chas (my husband) copied this picture from a book about 6 years ago. This was done in oils but he has done 1 watercolour since which I haven't a photo off. He keeps telling me to take it off the wall, but I won't. I like it and as he takes a keen interest in my painting, I am trying to get him to have another go. He says he is terrible at painting. Now I, of course am biased and thought
I would ask any of you artists out there for your opinions - if you don't mind. Please be honest, you won't upset us.
I would ask any of you artists out there for your opinions - if you don't mind. Please be honest, you won't upset us.
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There are faults in it, problems with it - Syd's mentioned one. But there are strengths too, and we build on those and - with luck and practice - stop making the mistakes. So yes, he's good enough to paint and this would be a good time to start! As David says, buy him some brushes. You don't really have to be good to enjoy painting - but you can't expect to be good before you've put a bit of work in; so enjoy the practice, don't put too many expectations on yourself, and if you like it, and you get better, you'll have an absorbing interest for the rest of your days..
But do warn him about the addictive element.
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Adele anyone can enjoy drawing and painting..Its a great pastime to have . So tell your daft husband to go for it if he really wants to do so . But he has to want to not you wanting him to...if you know what I mean.
Why dont both of you join a group and take a couple of lessons, and may I very politley add, not to copy from pics in a book or magazine. If you must use a picture to copy from then go and take your own , that way it is YOUR creation and not second hand.
Use reference pics for just that, reference, e g how many spots on a lesser spotted woodpecker ?
Out side and in your home there are subjects galore , from the daisies and dandelions in the lawn, to the dirty dishes in the kitchen sink. Draw what YOU see . I do get bees in my bonnet. But if he puts in the time and effort and buy small amounts of good materials then the world awaits.
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I quite like that, for a first attempt it's very good. I like the misty affect, that's something I haven't managed to achieve properly yet. Definitely not terrible!
In answer to your question, well, if he's showing an interest in your painting, then yes, he should take it up! He is good enough. Tell him to stop wondering about it and to go shopping for materials instead.
Kay
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<div>Thanks for those honest comments. Yes NorthLight you have some valid comments about copying. As time has progressed I use my own photos for referencing - the only copies from books and magazines are pictures that I would really love on my walls and then I will copy. If he decides to go for it, I will encourage him and support him.</div>
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Holy shit, YES.
Buy him some brushes and some paint - get that man putting images in brain to paper!!
I LOVE it (and I don't say that lightly) - I really like the misty solitude.
I REALLY like the way it ignores the "rules" (the path leads out of the picture, the rules say it should lead in) - it's a breath of fresh air in a painting!
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It sounds as if your husband is seriously lacking confidence. To get over this I would suggest he (and maybe you too?) join an urban or travel sketching class or group. This sort of sketching often involves very quick sketches with maybe watercolour wash, and really frees you up, teaches you about basic art skills and colour, and best of all gives you lots of confidence. As an aside, the social aspect of urban sketching is good too!
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The thread is three months old now - did he take the plunge, in the end? Did you buy him a few brushes? (If he didn't want to use them, you could always use 'em yourself...)
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