Sunday, September 5, 2010

Vin & Shine

Okay, it's time to share my story with all of you about my new commissioned painting for my clients / couple Vin & Shine. In 2009 year, Vin discovered my art on Philmug forum & contacted me for adding him in my commission list. I felt quite pleased that Vin waited for me patiently. In June 2010, I have finished other artworks, I finally contacted him. Vin and Shine were overly excited that I was ready to do a commission for them.

We discussed about the concept, theme, colors, elements... He requested me: Hong Kong place, Tagaytay, beach, garden, Thailand dishes, traveling, his favorite stuff onitsuka sneakers, DSLR camera, his zodiac sign "dragon"... for Shine's skirt, iPod, flipflops, her zodiac sign "horse", etc. I said to him, "Hmmm! Your explanation reminds me of my past project Live your Dreams, right?" He said excitedly "yeah! Sorry if it could be complicated." Then Vin showed me his photos... Awww, they are happy adorable travelers!


So I referenced & observed those pics & made two rough sketches. They chose the first one.



Before I started painting, I finally bought my new acrylic paints. I think I love Golden more than Liquitex & Rembrandt / Talens. Because Golden acrylic paints are more vibrant, brighter thicker & softer! I have no idea that Golden is quite expensive. But still, I love my few special Liquitex & Rembrandt vibrant colors so I keep using them. I should buy more Golden materials when I'll visit Manila again.



My art progress pics.


Whew, it's done. Vin & Shine already love it! The size / medium is 10" x 17" mixed media on canvas. Many crazy elements & colors made my eyes tired, haha! Congratulations on your new wedding, Vin & Shine! May God fill you both with pure happiness, love, strength & more blessings!



Coming up. I'm still working on it. Ciao!

13 comments:

pupu said...

look at those details!!! the master of detail artworks!!! :)))))) awesome.

waiting for the next end finish product!! :)

Hawaii said...

Your Work is amazing Mall! What do you study? :)

Anonymous said...

It looks amazing, the colors are just so in your face lovely.

Mall said...

@pupu: mwah mwah! :)

@hawaii: thank you! :) Regarding your question, is it about my course / art school?

@gooddevil1989: *blushes* hihihi, thank you! :)

darlansue said...

great work as always! the panda somehow reminds me of Totoro =D

Petra said...

wow, very beautiful and lovely concept!

☆Shahi-chan~★ said...

woow that looks so pretty ♥
i also love the colors ~~
and i also love the details you added on the bear ,,really cute ^^
ohh may i ask in the painting what is this white paint u used first?? it have height from the paper !!??

Banggi said...

You get better and better at this!!! Those Golden paints are pretty awesome too! :D

Lauren said...

your art uplifts me...

aintshakespeare said...

The model is looking great.

That painting is just fabulous and awe inspiring. Fantastic job.

nini yau said...

as usual MALL, you are a wonderful & great artist! Salute for you!

Yukari said...

You are amazing as usual! My favorite artist. *hearts*

Unknown said...

wow amazing work! :D