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GiqueCee

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6. Since the majority of my work...

Reply to AllaN01Bear (Original post)

Sun Apr 20, 2025, 11:56 AM

Apr 20

... over the past 60 years has been commercial illustration, deadlines have never afforded me the luxury of taking my time on a piece. That mindset has become so ingrained that even commissioned paintings are subject to the same determination to get the job done, but done well.

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a question if i may ??? how long doess it take to do a painting for yall. from idear to cananvass . thanks [View all] AllaN01Bear Apr 20 OP

Depends on how big and complicated it is and what kind of paint you use. Ocelot II Apr 20 #1

thanks for responding. as u said , it isnt a race . AllaN01Bear Apr 20 #2

I usually spend a minimum of 8-12 hours on a smaller piece. More if it is large and if I am struggling. I don't LiberalLoner Apr 20 #3

I work in watercolor and it can take from under an hour to months. fierywoman Apr 20 #4

Like anything creative , it depends. Srkdqltr Apr 20 #5

Since the majority of my work... GiqueCee Apr 20 #6

thanks to all who responded. AllaN01Bear Apr 20 #7

It all depends.. sdfernando Apr 20 #8