The following photos show my process for this Buffalo Bill piece.
I start by collaging the background with old photos and pages from vintage books on the subject. Then I draw on top of the collage. After I’m happy with the drawing I begin airbrushing with acrylic paint.
More airbrushing.
More airbrushing.
Still more airbrushing.
Lots of airbrushing.
You guessed it…. more airbrushing. Can’t rush the process. Patience is the key to success.
The finished piece.
The process for Buffalo Bill in the pointillist style. Oil paint pen on paper. 17”/22”
This photo represents several hours of work.
I slowly move across the page and carefully place each dot.
Patience is required for pointillism.
Constantly judging proportions and values and stepping back to view from a distance.
At this point, I’m seeing dots in my sleep and everywhere I look.
Finally. I lost count after 10,800 dots.
A quick charcoal sketch.
This piece is airbrushed acrylic and collage on canvas. 30/40”. I start with a collaged background then do the drawing then start airbrushing.
The green is a rubbery masking fluid which helps me maintain sharp lines. It peels easily after drying.
This is the finished piece. The medals took longer than her face.
This piece is mostly airbrushed acrylic but I used a paint brush for a few details.
I added a few details after this pic was taken.