Watch the process as I complete a new painting featuring a pair of king penguins. See how I go from inspirational sightings of king penguins in South Georgia to finished canvas in this film.
Penguin inspiration
I’ve just returned from South Georgia, where I studied king penguins. These colourful and comical characters are the second largest species of penguin and are amazing to watch.
Beginning a painting
When I returned home to my studio I just had to capture their beauty. I start with the backdrop, this time a blue/grey impression of the ice, and then sketch on the outlines. I then start adding the iconic penguin colours - which on a king penguin are a vibrant orange. Once the colours are down I build up layers to give the effect of the feathers.Then its a question of adding the detail. Using a fine brushstroke, these are the strokes that help bring it to life.
