At the start of term, my painting tutor suggested that I paint objects without thinking of them as a still life. With this feedback I then went on to portray two paintings, one a rosebud, and the other a Murex shell. While painting the Murex I decided to video it using my phone as a time-lapse. This is the first time I have filmed the development of my paintings. As odd as it may sound, I found it interesting to see myself work. There are some painting decisions that I can’t remember making, some of which I regret. For example, I repainted the shell after destroying it when painting the background. In hindsight I should have focused on the backdrop before detailing. Despite this I am glad I made these mistakes, through this experience I have learned more about my process. Please let me know if there is anything that you think I should have painted differently.
Object Murex
Dottie-may Aston 
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Sounds like a very useful process.
I once taped myself giving one of my children their piano lesson. I was amazed at how patient and calm I sounded. It wasn’t at all like the commentary in my head!
I’d love to see the rosebud! x
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