I wanted to make a Buddha painting since ages. Reason that kept me away from this was some laziness and of-course lack of confidence. I had a fear of it wouldn't turn out the way I had thought. Would I be able to give proper shade and brush strokes??? endless questions...........
So I decided to polish my hands before starting this buddha painting. I made few painting using different mediums, effects and styles. One you can see here and some I'll show you later.
I was afraid of using oil colors so I chose water colors. It took me 2 days (approx. 8-9 hrs) to complete this painting. As you can see the head part of Buddha was the most difficult thing and it took 2 hrs to be completed. Making curls was very interesting and fun part and when I was done with this particular part it was wonderful feeling looking at it.
Shaping, coloring and shading eyes was not that tough, though gradual change in shading from eyebrows to nose was a little tricky.
I am not completely satisfied with the upper lip part. It was almost spoilt but somehow I managed to correct it.
Then I wanted a peaceful smile on Buddha's face and some shading on either sides of the lips worked wonder. Painting complete background with water color was not a good idea so I opted for soft pastels. Though I'm not very happy with the final look but it gave me great satisfaction that my own artwork will going to be hung in my living room........don't you feel the same after doing some DIY projects or after some before and after projects or after making some art-piece with your own creative hands.
Wishing you very happy and creative weekend!!
Disha how did I miss this !! Wow absolutely stunning...simply beautiful...each and every mood has been captured perfectly...keep it up Girl:)
ReplyDeleteThanks dear!!! Your comments always encourage me to do more and more.
ReplyDeleteThe painstaking effort you took in making the curls seems to have paid off... It has come out really well. Buddha painting is certainly wonderful to have at home. Creates a very calming effect. What did you paint on ? Canvas ?
ReplyDelete@Somu: Thanks a bunch for your encouraging words. This time I didn't use canvas but sure will try my hand on it next time.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful painting!!His eyes and smile are so peaceful!!
ReplyDeleteLovely Buddha! Such interesting details too.
ReplyDeletebeautiful, the hard work paid off big time, its lovely.I have joined as a follower , love your style! Happy Paint Party Friday!
ReplyDeletebeautifully rendered budda, really well done. welcome to APR!
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Jenn
Beautiful Buddha, full of depth, a pleasant expression and rich detail!! Just lovely!!
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This is absolutely awesome ...I like the serene look on His face and that little peaceful smile is truly amazing :)
ReplyDeleteWowness..this is exquisitely beautiful! Stunning work!!
ReplyDeleteVictoria
It is beautiful and very well worked with all the details. saludos
ReplyDeleteIt is so peaceful and meditative. Your practice really paid off.
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job! I love the expression.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful, such a serene feeling. Those curls really make the picture and were worth the time taken. Your shading is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteVon.
Lovely work, a true success.
ReplyDeleteA nice work of art.
ReplyDeleteLove the detail.
Happy Halloween ~ Annabelle m^._.^m ~^..^~
Love it, very nicely done. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteDisha, this is simply superb, why I haven't seen this post before. Very well done...love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you all. I am so happy to know that you liked my work. Your appreciation is my achievement :)
ReplyDeleteWell done, really..
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot Vasudha!!
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