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Carol's new painting #carolroque #oilpaint #art #brokebot

A photo posted by Aldo Jeffrey (@champagnerobot) on Jun 2, 2015 at 5:35pm PDT

My friend did a better job of documenting my work than me. This is his picture, I figured I should definitely share it here, finally. It's to be noted that the friend I speak of, is also the other half of BrokeBot, my collaborative project/day-job. I've named this painting "The Extent" and I am so so happy with how it turned out. This size is amazing to work on, it's rewarding in a much different way than small pieces are.

Vast Emptiness wip

This isn't finished yet, its currently digital mixed media. Still a little ways to go, i'm not done till I love it. Working Title.
16in by 20in

I have finished the painting below. I just need to create a final image of it, so I can show it properly and nicely. Meanwhile though, my efforts have been focused on painting, and I have been painting plenty. Perhaps I can't say it's in an organized fashion, but at least I know its not. Not at the moment.
p.s. Check Instagram to see a glimpse at the finished version.

Instagram of Current Work on the Easel

24 by 30 inch canvas oil painting, stylized portrait of a made-up character

I'm quite happy with the results so far. I really look forward to finishing this painting. She will turn out good. I just know it.

End of Day one

I like her a lot!

Blue Haired Babe

Tried to go for a looser technique on this painting:) It's not my usual approach, but it was definitely fun to get into. I've already started plotting my next painting. As per usual though, I have a ton more on the back burner. I'll never run out of things to paint!:)

Oil, 16 by 20 inches, Canvas

Painting Timelapse

Progress timelapse clips #oilpainting

A video posted by Carol Roque (@carolroque) on Jan 29, 2015 at 2:41pm PST

In progress painting

16 by 20 inches, oil paint on stretched canvas, wip

Check it Out! I was recently interviewed!

belowshop.com/artist-feature/carolroque
It was posted about ten days ago. I was quite satisfied with my answers. It did not take 15 to write, hah, that was my initial goal about it. More like a challenge.

The Muse that Lingers

It is always awesome getting to see artwork that has sold as it hangs in its new home. and it's quite Double awesome when they are newly framed when you see them! "The Muse that Lingers" is shown below, this is a picture I borrowed from Mr Roqué Anderson. He popped her into this great frame he had, and they match so well! It's hard framing paintings, often I just can't afford to do it. So grateful for the support! ♥

The Muse that Lingers as photographed + framed by Roqué Anderson

The Muse that Lingers

I finished this painting a few days ago. And guess what?? She is sold!!! I am soo happy to say this. I really needed it this month. This painting is about the muse. That which drives you and inspires you to create something. About the idea that sometimes inspiration comes when you aren't the most ready for it, and sometimes the inspiration lingers around. Picking at you reminding you that there is something you need to do, Don't wait too long!

18 by 24 inches on hardboard, sold

[difficult time getting the colors to show up nicely, its okay-looking.

Homage to the Bunny

I made this based on a digital painting I made a long time ago, which was based off of the word homage, which was for illustration Friday, a website and community that provided a theme every week for all to interpret and share. It's not listed in my shop yet, but it will soon be varnished and probably displayed at the local art walk, where I have a monthly booth, First Fridays. Do you like this bunny as much as I do? I love him, and I think his magic trick is only fair!

16 by 20 inches on hardboard, oil painting available

hummingbird now glowing

after

before

Studio Shot

a straight up no filter or alteration picture of my easel area. This painting just needs a few things left on it to finish, something to cover her nudity, make it family friendly this time, and small details. Some glistens on the background somehow. Then my initials then a final varnish. Quite happy with it though. Oh yeah some glowing-ness to the hummingbird, too.

studio today, work in progress painting on the easel

I remembered to check out my painting through a mirror, and I think it looks better this way! Haha, ok not truly, but I do like it. I'm just gonna let it dry, I glazed an area, didn't even have to, but other than that and it not being signed yet, it's finished.

MADE Art Boutique

So, here is a couple pictures I took a while ago, of my items as displayed at this very cool local shop, MADE. The display actually looks different right now, but I haven't snapped a new picture in a while. In their courtyard is where I set up our #BrokeBot booth every First Friday. So grateful. 

Drawing from today. Color; remnants of attempting to paint on copy paper, failed results elsewhere on page. 

First Friday artwalk

BrokeBot Canvas Finished

Finally called this painting finished a couple nights ago. I am satisfied with it, and like it a lot more now than before. It needs only a signature, and a coat of varnish. Then it will be popped into my shop!

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approx. 4 by 6 inches on wood plaque, oil painting sold

approx. 4 by 6 inches on wood plaque, oil painting available

approx. 4 by 6 inches on wood, oil painting available

approx. 4 by 6 inches on wood, oil painting available