Wednesday, still painting

I had to take a break from the squirrel to work on this elk that has been tormenting me.  I sat here on the sofa last night, watching movies and trying to draw this guy.  I finally had to quit because my hand was cramped into an old lady claw.  My perspective was completely warped.  This guy had a great big rump and a little tiny head.  It was just awful.  I got up this morning and kept going.  I still don't like his face.  I think his muzzle looks more like a feline, and the eyes are just too sweet.

I put the elk aside and went back to the squirrel.  I thought I'd see what happened with my oil pastels.  I have basically just blocked in the color areas, blended with some linseed oil.  After I started this I had to stop and wonder if he's going to be dry by next Thursday.  Hmmm....sure hope so.  After I get him painted, I'll cut around and then I plan to do some stitching before I attach him to the other canvas.

I need a walk to clear my head of squirrels and unruley elk.