Michele Ann Murtaugh

Some people just have an abundance of incredible energy; energy that can light up a room with a smile. Susan is one of those people. I am truly grateful that I had the chance to work with her and now to attempt to capture an ounce of that delightful spirit on canvas is my goal with this peice. Can't wait to finish this!!! ~ Michele Ann Murtaugh #photo #originalart #californiaartist #oilpainting #figurepainting #figurativeart #figurative

There is so much involved before I even touch the canvas. First, I have to convince one of my gorgeous patient friends to come and pose for me. I usually take the pictures outside because of the warm sunlight 'look' although, a few have posed when the grass is still damp from the morning dew and there is a definite chill in the air. Then I go though the hundreds of photos and edit them. The most challenging part is deciding what to leave out and if I am achieving fluidity. Ho