Friday, January 14, 2011

Webisode 3: Imagining a Composition



I decided to take a little break from technical issues in this webisode and focus more on my creative process. This is perhaps my favorite part of painting: when I daydream about new narratives and sketch various compositional ideas. Actually making paintings becomes very difficult and arduous; therefore, I think it's healthy to have these less regimented and more carefree periods wherein you can be most creative and focus on the content, mood and effect you want your paintings to have. Also, I'd like to mention that, while the music in this webisode may be a bit over-dramatic, it actually was what I listened to while planning a number of my whaling paintings and therefore influenced the tone of the series.
Those of you who are interested in more technical topics need not worry as Webisode 4 (coming later this month) will be back to business as usual.
Also, you might notice a new "donate" button on the side margin. There is absolutely no pressure to ever donate anything but if you feel so compelled, I would greatly appreciate it. There are some production costs to this series and I have plans to expand it this year.
Hope you all enjoy!
Scott
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12 comments:

  1. Brian David MacNeilJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Looking Good man!!! Refreshing to see someone's working process in making narrative paintings. It is big step to go from academic training to actually being able to uses it in complete paintings. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 14, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Sweet! I want to see more on how you actually finish these. keep them coming!!!

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  3. Aaron D.January 14, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Interesting. Do you make up the backgrounds or do on site painting? Thank you for the video Mr. Waddell

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  4. JulieDJanuary 14, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Hey, this is great! I love seeing how much planning goes into your paintings.

    Great job on the videos, too. It's great seeing someone take the time to make some quality tutes on Youtube. ;)

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  5. Scott WaddellJanuary 15, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Thanks all, I very much appreciate the responses and it's good to know you're out there watching!

    Scott

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  6. Cody_SpencerJanuary 15, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Nice job Scott. As was stated above, its amazing how much preparation is required before the brush even touches the canvas.

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  7. oilsketchJanuary 15, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Fantastic video! Thank you very much. I hope to see more in the future.

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  8. LucaJanuary 15, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    Hi Scott, these are FANTASTIC and I really feel inspired with every webisode you post. I hope you post more often (even though I can imagine they probably take you a while to produce).

    All the best, from Malta.

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  9. Jamin LeFaveJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Thanks for sharing the process. It was very informative.

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  10. DC MoraleJanuary 21, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    Ok now I have another question Scott. I read about people painting on a black canvas...do you also do that? Paint on a black toned canvas?

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  11. Ariel GulluniJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Terrific webisode Scott!
    And about a topic not very much explored and very much needed!

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Very exciting process - and fabulous results. I'm keen to see this painting progress. btw The music is fantastic - what is it?

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