This week we experimented with several new techniques where we used more creativity to transform ordinary images into creative painterly images.

For my first attempt at using the Underpainting palette I used a photo of Gerber Daisies provided as a WET in a group. I followed the lesson until the end when I just worked with it - painting, blending, cloning, painting, etc. To finish it I applied Image Luminance and a paper texture then added the Jagged Edge.

My second painting is based on a photo of a peace rose, also provided as a WET in a group. I was able to get greater color variations in this painting. I primarily used the Grainy Blender on this one at the end. Then I added Image Luminance at 6% as well as a paper texture. To finish it I added the Jagged Edge.