August 30, 2009

Third Time is a Charm


Here is the final painting for this still life. I'm ready to move on to something else! Maybe a pair of shoes...we'll see.

Here is my critique:

I think the drawing is finally working. I get a greater sense of depth. Colors might be muddy.

I'm so happy to move on to a different subject tomorrow.

August 29, 2009

A Day at the Fair


We spent a lovely day at the Nebraska State Fair. This will be the last year the fair will be in Lincoln, next year it moves to Grand Island.

Back to painting tomorrow!

August 27, 2009

Today's Still Life


This was my 2nd painting today. The first attempt just wasn't working out. Here is the critique I wrote on the back:

I fixed the drawing. I think I'm getting closer. Making the shadow a different color was a bad idea. I used layering techniques from "Expressive Painting" by Anne-Marie Esson. Didn't mix my color correctly from the start. My white reflection spots look silly.

I am going to attempt this same drawing tomorrow using the Expressive painting technique from the beginning.

I actually tweaked my drawing again tonight. I think I've finally got it!!

My First Still Life

OK...first I have to tell you I have never painted anything from "life". I have drawn many still lifes, but I have NEVER painted any.

I feel very humbled by the process, but I also know that with practice I will get better.


I am using Golden Acrylics on Canson paper. I really need to use some mediums with my acrylic paints. The get so thick and dry so quick.

So, I'm just doing a lot of experimenting. Trying not to get too discouraged. There is definitely room for improvement! A LOT of IMPROVEMENT! :)

August 26, 2009

Catching Up!

Life has got in the way of painting lately. Well, not actually painting, just the photographing of painting and posting them. It's a habit I really need to get into.

Here's what's been distracting me...

  • My brother and his family came to visit.
  • I turned 39.
  • Took an unexpected trip to Kansas City for my birthday...I don't think we took a single picture...DARN!
  • I've been having some issues with my back, so I've been trying to do MORE yoga!
  • Drinking more green tea!
  • Catching up with photographing/scanning paintings!!

I hope to have some art to share soon!

August 19, 2009

Pearl Cupcake - SOLD


“Pearl Cupcake”
Couture Confections Series
4" x 4" Acrylic on Stretched canvas with scrapbook paper and "pearl bling"

August 18, 2009

Cupcake on the Lawn



“Cupcake on the Lawn”

16″ x 20″ acrylic, pattern pieces, tissue paper on stretched canvas
© 2009 Heather Hingst Bennett
$99 USD

Please email me at: bennett_heather [at] hotmail.com if you interested in purchasing this painting.

August 17, 2009

Pink Cupcake Painting - SOLD



Pink Cupcake
Couture Confections Series
4" x 4" Acrylic on Stretched canvas with scrapbook paper

August 15, 2009

Yellow Cupcake Painting



Yellow Cupcake

Couture Confections Series
4" x 4" Acrylic on Stretched canvas with scrapbook paper
$25 USD

Please email me at: bennett_heather [at] hotmail.com if you interested in purchasing this painting.

August 14, 2009

Blue Cupcake Painting - SOLD



Blue Cupcake
Couture Confections Series
4" x 4" Acrylic on Stretched canvas with scrapbook paper

Have a lovely weekend!

August 13, 2009

Polka Dot Cupcake Painting - SOLD


Polka Dot Cupcake
Couture Confections Series
4" x 4" Acrylic on Stretched canvas with scrapbook paper

August 12, 2009

Welcome!

Well, here we are! Thank you for stopping by my new blog (for those of you who are joining me from a past blog).

Where to begin...ok, how about here...

With about $4000 saved and a husband willing to let me give this a go I quit my full-time graphic design job to pursue a full time career in art. I am starting this brand new blog to take you along on this adventure with me.

I want to become a painter. I currently paint, but it's mainly from my imagination. They are OK paintings, but I want something MORE. I want to become immersed in my subject. Seeing like an artist. Seeing like I could 15 years ago.

So, please join me. Comment and critique me. Give me pointers!! And last but not least please buy my small affordable paintings!