Hey everyone, these are the things that I’m currently working on with ProCreate. Some of them are in various stages of completion and some of them may not make the cut. Also I have been stoked to get several requests to do a follow up feature blog about painting with non-toxic mediums. Later this week I will share my thoughts on this process that I’ve kind of gone about and hope that it will help those who are looking to paint with toxic free mediums.
ProCreate Portrait Demo 16x20
ProCreate Portrait Demo 16x20
ProCreate Portrait Demo 16x20
ProCreate Portrait Demo 16x20
16x20 ProCreate Demo
16x20 ProCreate Demo
16x20 ProCreate Demo
16x20 ProCreate Demo
16x20 ProCreate Demo
16x20 ProCreate Demo
16x20 ProCreate Demo
I have to say that with creating new brushes using Procreate has allowed me to bring my digital painting closer in line with my traditional oil painting. All of the standard brushes are nice, but going beyond those and customizing and creating new brushes has really allowed my work to evolve in new and exciting ways. That said, I am happy to say that my new digital paintings will be available to purchase very soon. Below are a few that I hope you will enjoy with some time-lapse videos to see the a little into the creative process.
I'm glad these came out so well. It's a funny thing about doing commissions. It's much different than plein air or landscapes which the only person I really need to satisfy is myself. Of course selling landscapes is nice, but when it comes to commissions, the painting is practically sold and the art has to live up to expectations of both parties involved. As a result, I've become very selective on what I do take on. That's the only way I know to keep the end result looking amazing. If a client decides to become a "co-pilot" of the artwork instead of being the passenger, nothing good can come of it and no one will be completely satisfied. Over the years, I've learned that it is best to give the money back and move on to something more productive. Some artists are better taking direction from others, but for the most part, listen to your gut. If you are miserable being the hired brush for someone trying to express their artistic ideas through you, it's best to cut the cord and let them find someone else. You'll be much happier in the long run! If you do find someone who is willing to let you paint and express your ideas while commissioning a painting, think about charging double the amount of a painting that size. After all, not only do you now have to satisfied with the final painting, the client does as well.
An illustration that I did that I never finished up until recently.
Doug Clarke is a Plein Air and Studio painter based out of Virginia Beach. He works almost exclusively in oils, as well was on location, to create the majority of his paintings. Currently his working on building a collection of work that captures vanishing landscapes from his hometown area of Southeastern Virginia.
Doug Clarke
Landscape and figure painter pursuing his adventures in outdoor painting throughout the country. An accomplished plein air painter, he has won numerous awards for his depiction of rural and urban landscapes.
Latest Oil Painting
A Study in Flowers #1
Original studio painting by Doug Clarke. 6x8" oil on canvas, unframed.
Original studio painting by Doug Clarke. 6x8" oil on canvas, unframed.
Original studio painting by Doug Clarke.24"x36" oil on board framed in a sleek black floater frame. Contact for packing a shipping costs, this is an oversized painting.
Original studio painting by Doug Clarke. 24x36" oil on cradle board in black floater frame. Oversized shipping.
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