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Podcast #9 Photo Reference

7/24/2018

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If you have listened to our podcast and were wondering what the heck we were talking about, don't fret! Below you will find a collection of photos of some products we talked about. These are just a couple of our faves, because as you could probably tell, we have an obsession with all forms of art supplies! 
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Destroyed Mosh Pit Queen Dreams

11/13/2017

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We went over so many things in our 3rd podcast. From our love of vintage Polaroids, to why we can never be mosh pit queens, but mostly we covered some influential bands that have inspired us to create. I almost feel like there needs to be a part 2 because after recording, we started remembering so many other bands and moments that are too amazing not share. For all the images on this blog post to make sense, you really have to give the podcast a listen. 

Briertone


Blesk

Sheep from Blesk on Myspace.

I Don't Mind from Blesk on Myspace.

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The Stakes 

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Sasha & Janet: Up against the wall we were smashed into...
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We should have known by this poster alone that we were going to be destroyed...

Nothing Ever Stays


Mac DeMarco


The Mowglis


FIRST AID KIT


Be sure to check out Bearcats!!! 
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Follow them on Instagram by clicking on one of their photos below!

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THAT'S ALL FOLKS!

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Sasha & Janet Circa 2006 At the Nothing Ever Stays concert in Grover Beach
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ROCK PAPER SCISSORS

11/2/2017

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Kick off the holidays right with some inspiration and join us December 2, 2017 for the first art show hosted by Glitter & Neon!!!

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Ghost Stories & Irrational Fears

10/16/2017

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Hello fellow G&N followers! If you want to hear about how my favorite Edward Hopper mug exploded (picture of it in tact in this post) and about our weird fears and experiences, then give it a listen! Plus you won't want to miss out on the origins of #EveryWeekKeanu  

Also, here are some links too learn more about trypophibia, and Duendes... 
(Click on ALL the purple bold links... trust me)

If you have any strange fears or creepy experiences that you would like to share please comment bellow, or fill out a contact for here...

Janet

Co-Creator of Glitter & Neon

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Photo Circa 2010 My favorite mug that was destroyed by the Santa Ana Ghost....
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Nighthawks, 1942 Oil on canvas 84.1 x 152.4 cm (33 1/8 x 60 in.) signed l.r. "Edward Hopper"
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The First 6 Steps of the Creative Process

9/24/2017

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The process of painting "Lucy" oil on canvas...

Outline...
Background & figuring our light & shading...
Adding more shading using natural skin tones...
Adding more details to the face. Getting the correct skin tones down & leaving my light areas alone until later.
Giving more accurate shape to her features, more work on the eyes, background & overall shading
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Currently listening to: "The Lion's Roar" -First Aid Kit

My inspiration comes and goes in waves. It always starts with me having some crazy dream, or coming across a really cool editorial photo. Usually creativity hits me at the most inopportune times, like in the middle of the night when I have to wake up early the next day and be a productive adult. However, now that I have a studio that is separate from my home, I am better at managing my time when working on a piece & tend to keep to a better schedule. I am currently working on a portrait called "Lucy" using oil paint on canvas, which for the past few years has been my preferred medium. 

The first few steps that I take involve choosing what scale I want to work with, then getting a rough outline of the idea in my sketchbook before putting paint on canvas. After the idea is out in the real world and not just in my mind, I get started. Here is a short step by step:

1. Using a very light color, preferably in the same color family that my end result will be in, I create a gesture of my subject matter to get the proper scale in place.

2. I start working on the background and get an outline of my shadows and highlights. (I always go in later and add some more layers and depth) 

3. I get more in depth with shadows, this time using the natural skin tones of my subject. 

4. Begin to add more details to the facial features.
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5. Finally start working on the eyes. These will be a focal point so I really study my reference and take time, but try not to overwork.

6. From here on I continue to add more details over all until I complete the piece.

"Lucy" Is still a work in progress. I try not to put a time frame on my paintings. If I feel rushed, it will definitely show and will just end up a mess. If you are struggling with painting in oils, patience is key! If you need any other tips or tricks, please send over your questions via our contact page, instagram, or twitter.  

Janet

Co-Creator of Glitter & Neon

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