Feeding Frenzy

Here is another example illustrating when a painting veers off course. If you're new to my blog, you might not fully grasp what I mean.

Whenever I find myself working on a project that isn't progressing well due to either a lack of understanding of the subject or simply not connecting with the project, I opt for a complete transformation.

For example; this transformation could involve changing the subject, adjusting the color scheme, experimenting with new techniques, or adding unconventional elements to the painting. As seen in the pre-finished piece below.

By the time I finish the painting, the original subject has usually undergone significant changes. While occasionally these alterations result in a better outcome, most of the time they end up in my collection of misfits.

The original concept was to be of a calm oceanscape.

The pre-finished piece turned into an illustration

 of surfers entering a shark infested feeding frenzy.

Beginning of beach painting 

Plotting and planning phase 

Planning phase not going as planned 

Changes begin in background and sky

Sea foam and wave splash not working out 

Watch out surfers the feeding frenzy begins