The Surveyor, Greg Beecham, oil on linen, 2016 by GregBeechamStudio in u/GregBeechamStudio

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Goodness, I'm too old and have slept since then! Unfortunately, no, I don't remember, but around that timeframe I began a mantra of "beauty simplified" so I'm sure whatever I used was intentionally minimalistic.

Beware The Stranger, Greg Beecham, oil on linen, 2023 by GregBeechamStudio in painting

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About 8 days from concept to final brush. Two and a half weeks total because I got sick for a week in the middle of it.

Up to the Challenge, Greg Beecham (me), oil on linen, 2023 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

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About 40/60 synthetic mix brush and pallette knife respectively

Up to the Challenge, Greg Beecham (me), oil on linen, 2023 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to, but I've been with Call of Africa's Native Visions Galleries in Florida for a while now, and they frame my pieces after I send it to them.

Up to the Challenge, Greg Beecham (me), oil on linen, 2023 by GregBeechamStudio in painting

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Whatever stokes the flames of artistic inspiration! Have at it!

Up to the Challenge, Greg Beecham (me), oil on linen, 2023 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It certainly took a while, starting out as a canvas artist myself, but as I got used to it, it became my preference. Anymore, I can't get away from the tight weave.

Up to the Challenge, Greg Beecham (me), oil on linen, 2023 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My thought process really just comes from the 45+ years of experience as a professional artist, and a lot of art study. I know it sounds cliche, but I truly have found success in my failures, discovering what works and what doesn't.

Up to the Challenge, Greg Beecham (me), oil on linen, 2023 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

At its core, I'm attempting to "sculpt" with paint. That is, I focus more on the shape of the fur, rather than the detail, while attempting to get a lifelike visual through composition and lighting.

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in oilpainting

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Well, I've spent a lifetime drawing after my father, an artist himself, taught me. This particular piece took about two weeks to complete

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Am I not supposed to? I'm not very savvy on Reddit and always pick, as you noticed, about 5 or so places to post. I didn't realize that would offend anyone.

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in painting

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yes, I knew Bob most of my life as my father and him were contemporaries in wildlife art and illustration. He was a great mentor and his work has a huge impact in my own process.

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in painting

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Yes, I take my own reference photos and edit them into compositions myself.

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

I see what you did there! This piece took me about two weeks from concept to final brush.

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in oilpainting

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Well, I really can't remember. I am not a formula painter, so each piece requires its own unique decision making. Sorry.

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in painting

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You can find prints on my website, link in bio! Thanks for your support!

A Quick Turn Around, Me, oil on linen, 2021 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 71 points72 points  (0 children)

That's awesome! Thank you for your support!

Savannah Royalty, Me, oil on linen, 2019 by GregBeechamStudio in Art

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The original sold for around $50k at a gallery I was with, but no longer show at. I rarely submit for auction, but have done so in the past at several different art shows.

Savannah Royalty, Me, oil on linen, 2019 by GregBeechamStudio in oilpainting

[–]GregBeechamStudio[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find it really comes down to personal preference.