First try at glass

An Apple A Day V, Pastel, 10x12 on Mi-Teintes

I could hardly wait to get in the studio this morning so I could try out the new pastels that arrived yesterday. The pan pastels go on the surface very smoothly and a large area can be filled with color quickly with one of the larger sponges. The Ludwigs and Great Americans are both very creamy and I found that little pressure is needed to apply color. I am not a pastel color person but I really liked the delicate feel of this still life. The glass goblet is from my Great-Grandmothers set of glassware that goes with her beautiful china. Dear grandma and mom blessed me with the whole set this past spring. I have never attempted glass before and found it to be very challenging. I think I need more practice with shiny surfaces first. Even with all it's flaws I do like the delicate feel of this piece.