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Weekly Oil Paintings by Sister Maresa Lilley, SND
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race to Paint
Weekly Oil Paintings
by Sister Maresa Lilley, SND
I have been asked to paint a portrait of a fictional saint for a film. From the photo of the actress I created these ‘maps’ for a 9 x 12″ image. My purpose is just to show the use of space and to incorporate the details I am asked to show. The film maker choose the larger head size shown above. He would also like me to depart from the photo more and show looser hair — my preference too. Miles to go…
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After tedious careful detail in some of my work, I enjoy letting loose
I am Sister Maresa Lilley, a member of the Sisters of Notre Dame, located in Chardon, Ohio, USA. For many years, I have enjoyed a passion that permits me to reflect upon simple reality with a brush in hand. To capture a simple essence on canvas and to discover inherent beauty is a daily immersion.
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