Here is the continued story of this painting. I loved painting the top of this teapot – it went like a dream and has a lovely pattern when viewed from the top.
Likewise with this sugar bowl from Pip studio. I layered the tones underneath first and then put the flat white pattern on top which isn’t strictly speaking the way to get the shadows correct, but it worked for me this time. And boy was that white pattern fiddley to do !
© Claire Leggett "Teatime"
And here is the finished article. It’s a bit of new stretch for me to use a different perspective and a slightly asymmetrical layout. Some paintings make you drag them into being, this one wanted to be born and met me halfway. She’s a special thing.
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February 12, 2011 at 6:57 pm
Abs
Claire, you are just so talented.
I have started dreaming of pip studio wall paper for my bedroom thanks to your inspiration! The beautiful sugar bowl just confirms it!
February 12, 2011 at 8:40 pm
Claire
Abs please don’t ever stop being my no.1 fan
xxxxx
February 12, 2011 at 8:06 pm
Annette Booth
Claire, I love your blog and all of your work. You are so talented. I look forward to seeing your work in the next ‘Open’ exhibition and remember seeing previous work of yours, with the check tablecloth, at the RBSA. Really enjoyed working with you this afternoon. What a team, must do it again sometime. I also look for inspiration from Angie Lewin! Best wishes Annette
February 12, 2011 at 8:38 pm
Claire
Thanks Anette – we were the ‘e’ (envelope) team definitely! Are you scheduled for the cafe again? Will look out for you at the next show
) Claire x
February 13, 2011 at 9:36 am
Jenny Blair
Its just stunning Claire! I’m so fascinated by all the amazing crockery that you keep pulling out to paint. Gorgeous! and what a collection!!
February 13, 2011 at 11:47 am
Sue
I love this painting, it has a really peaceful domestic air to it, lovely !
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February 14, 2011 at 1:15 pm
Jill
Claire this is a truly lovely painting and immortalises beautiful embroidery and china in such an inspired composition. If I may say so your work gets better and better with each new piece. You are such a talented artist. Thank you for sharing it.
February 14, 2011 at 7:04 pm
Robin
Hi Claire, Love your blog, oh you are so talented! We were both winners of Helen’s Give-away. Thought I would say hello. She does such beautiful sewing! Have a wonderful day, xoRobin❤
February 15, 2011 at 9:33 pm
Barbara
How amazing … and thank you Claire for showing us how you composed this, I especially love the golden teapot.
ps Did not know Pip Studio made china oh my goodness must not look!
February 16, 2011 at 1:51 pm
Lauren
Oh, I love love love this painting. You’re right, it is a special one! I think trying a new perspective and approach shows off your skills in fresh and impressive lights.
You are so talented, and your paintings are beautiful.
xo
February 17, 2011 at 12:04 am
sharon
You are such a talented painter! We both love teapots, pretty colors and Anthropolgie (at least that’s where I get my cups and those cute lion salt and pepper shakers)