Very quick sketch on # 2. I ran out of black so my mom is running to get me some😘. Probably can’t see it (but I can) it’s a ballerina laying down legs stretched out, from neck down.

Going thru some emotions right now. Just saw pictures of the house I grew up in burned to the ground in the Carr fire,  so I decided to re work an old one. Retitled it “Praying” 36x40 

1st on Figurative Series

cleaned up get legs point shoes and background. Added in flective lines the. Some sheer paint for dimension. I always line up my painting with the grooves of the wood floor when doing lines. It’s so easy to go crooked on accident. I used my smudger for the lines and highlights on her legs with quick flicks of my wrist. 

Figurative Series

I’m doing final work on muscle definition and her tutu. Point shoes are done. About to start a second piece of my figurative exhibition series. I will have prints available. Feel free to share #kelliethomaswalker #workinprogress #gallery #ballet #balletshoes #figurativeart #modernart #pointeshoes #ballerina #dancer

In attempting to occupy my mind while The Carr fire rips thru my hometown. I painted and made a cheesecake for my oldest 18th Bday. 

found solid video that my childhood home has burned. 

Prayers for Old Shasta

Please pray for the residents of Old Shasta. This is where I grew up. My father who I haven’t seen in twenty plus years still lives there in the House I grew up. 

Starting muscle definition

tutu layout, lining the point shoes, and starting her legs 

Start of new exhibition series

quick 5 minute sketch on the start of my figure series. Focusing on dancers in motion and capturing the raw strength of their bodies that I truly admire. 

The surprise painting I did of my niece for her graduation present. I posted a lot of pics because it’s hard to see in photos the metallic gold I used. Incredible dimension in person, catches the light beautifully 

finished 60x48 Koi pond/ work in progress Geometric 

Day 3 of Jesus

Adding in some transparent slate blue hues #workinprogress #art #crucifixion #jesuschrist #portrait #interiordesign #painting #gallery

New Painting of Jesus during the crucifixion

Day 2 on the Crucifixion 

New Portrait of Jesus

Just started the layout of 24x18 painting of Jesus during the crucifixion. Just started, mostly charcoal still. Ran out of paint on the crown of thorns #workinprogress #crucifixion #jesus #easter #painting #art

Good amount of work today on my 60x48 Koi Pond

Going to add....something into the bottom. Flowers maybe, light contrasts. Not sure yet, but I’m liking the overall progression.  I started homeschooling one of my daughters due to some nasty kids, and lack of administrative intervention. So, I’m going to get her all caught up and ready for high school in a year. I’ve added into her history curriculum, the study of French Impressionism.  I’ve always adored Monet as well as Degas (check out my past Ballerinas). So my koi pond definitely has a Monet edge to it. I’m just blending it more than the Impressionist technique. This piece is all about portrayal of calmness and movement.  We’ve had a stressful year. My 14 yr old has been through many diagnostic procedures pinpointing either Chrohns Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, or IBS. Two colonoscopies in ten months and one endoscopy.  It’s enough to overwhelm anyone, let alone a 14 year old girl. But, she amazes me. She has watched both colonoscopies with great earnest. Wanting to learn. She wants to be a general surgeon some day. I’m in awe of her.  Per hr doctor’s prompting, and due to my horrible digestive issues my turn to for endoscopy and colonoscopy is next month. If my kid can do it I can too. Just at the same time kinda scares me.  I rarely post anything personal on here, but I’ve realized how painting has helped me get through an incredibly rough year. Oh and of course, my faith in God. Which has grown so much stronger. So, please, if anyone has any questions about how to start painting just comment. I would love to guide you.  First piece is never good. Just start. 

Kellie  

Progression on the 60x48 koi pond. I’ve been studying the French Impressionist with my 13 yr old. This piece definitely has a Monet influence #art #painting#koi #koiart #interiordesign #artist

Working from the outside in, creating the water and subdued water lilies. The Koi will get details later. 

Koi Pond

Decided to change this big boy up. 60x48 #workinprogress #koifish #alcoholpourpainting #painting #art

My Kam is 13!

Happy 13th Birthday to our Kameryn Nevae. We love you so much. Where’d the time go? You’re growing up so fast. Such a big heart and a strong spirit. And man, do you have a sense of humor. You’ve been making us laugh since you could speak.

Starting Geometrics on 3rd

Background is done, now starting geometrics on 3rd in my New series.  It takes a long time, there will be so much more detail and then at the end I'll implement in some physics. On a side note, my oldest daughter has been completing her college applications. She wants to major in research chemistry. Applying to UCI, UCLA, Cal Poly SLO, CSULB, Azusa Pacific.  The process is daunting. But I'm a pretty proud mom. She's worked so hard for so long. Good luck Tara.