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lesson four :
portrait painting with gwen john

Let us jump back into a bit of Art History and create with Welsh artist, Gwendolyn John. We will use vintage imagery to create a soft, feminine portrait. Gwen John often painted women reading or opening letters. I love the symbolism of this. It always makes you wonder what message she may have just received…

I will show you my entire process here from underpainting to finishing touches. The result is a poignant and sensitive portrait with a wonderful sense of history.

supply list

  • 8’ x 10’” stretched canvas or linen
  • Mechanical pencil
  • Brushes
  • Palette
  • Varnish - I use Gamvar
  • Rags

Gamblin Torrit Grey

reference image and pinterest board

portrait painting with gwen john - introduction

portrait painting with gwen john - Part 1

portrait painting with gwen john - Part 2

portrait painting with gwen john - Part 3

portrait painting with gwen john - Part 4

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