Media: Micron on some random slice of paper. Collaboration by Bryce Wymer and Cristopher Palazzo.
среда, 24 июля 2013
Media: Micron on some random slice of paper. Collaboration by Bryce Wymer and Cristopher Palazzo.
вторник, 23 июля 2013
This is the final image of Sentry for my solo show #Aurora at Thinkspace Gallery LA. I added about 3 coats of GAC 100 by Golden before I did anything. I then added layers of oil glazing, starting with the thin warm, shadows and working up into the lights. The texture in the background is a mixture of crushed soft pastels and oil paint. The warm areas left over are from the pencil/coloured pencil underneath. I still had to fix mistakes I made right up to the end… The goal with the oils is to let the rendered form underneath show through to give it depth. The areas left white in the lights of the flesh, will have the most brightness. I think it’s because the light passes easily through thin layers of pigment, reflects off the white surface and bounces back through, enhancing colours. It’s just fine tuning the colour shifts and experimenting a lot. I had no idea I would add this green light until the end. So that’s my process for this one…I hope you found it interesting. If you’d like to see more, I have progress shots from the other pieces in the show I can go through. Just let me know! Cheers and much love, Rod #rodluff #progress #sentry #aurora #painting #drawing #thinkspace #gallery
This is the last progress shot. Added more colours behind the figure- mixing iridescent paint with blue green pastel around her head, and yellows on the owl. There’s also some red coloured pencil on the top right to enhance the greens. I also added the same reds with coloured pencil in the half tones of the figure more. I decided that the lightest areas will be kept basically white, so when I add the blue/green light on top, it will be brighter. Also hatching to convey the form the best I can. After this point I’m diving into the deep end and experimenting. I don’t have a plan for what comes next… #rodluff #drawing #aurora #progress #wip #acrylic #painting #thinkspace #gallery
Here’s the third progress shot of “Sentry" for my solo show #Aurora at Thinkspace Gallery LA. I started adding more greens to the background and more pencil textures. On the figure I gave the halftones more love and modelling the form to turn it into the shadows. Adding reflected light in the shadows too. Little bit on the owl. Also adding red coloured pencil in the shadow areas, particularly where the blood vessels are close to the surface like the knuckles, cheeks, nose, ears, elbows etc. There’s more of a gradient of light on the figure hopefully by this time. One more progress shot to follow tonight! #rodluff #drawing #aurora #progress #wip #acrylic #painting #thinkspace #gallery
Thanks for the great response! Encourages me to continue posting the pieces. These progress shots are from “Sentry" for my solo show #Aurora at Thinkspace Gallery, open till August 3rd. This is the second stage, with a look at the materials. Building up more tones, and on the right is my bottle of liquitex iridescent medium, which I’m mixing with a bit of acrylic blues and greens for the background. I’ve also worked more on the face, fleshing out the planes of the head to match the lighting on the rest of the body. More to follow shortly! #rodluff #drawing #aurora #progress #wip #acrylic #painting #thinkspace #gallery
Today I’m posting progress shots from “Sentry" from my solo show #Aurora at Thinkspace Gallery, open till August 3rd. This is the first stage, after i transfer the sketch Im using pencil and acrylic washes. I’m not trying to reach perfect tones, just trying to separate light from shadow and the basic tonal structure. I’m trying to get the construction and anatomy as best I can too. I’m also rendering the form using hatching, trying to sculpt the form with lines of the pencil. It’s all just making an underlayer. Hope you find this interesting! #rodluff #drawing #aurora #progress #wip #acrylic #painting #thinkspace #galllery
понедельник, 22 июля 2013
Here’s a look at “Solar Wind" from Aurora, which is already sold.
Pencil, Pastel, Coloured Pencil, Acrylic, Oil Paint, Iridescent Media
The artwork itself is 22 x 14" and 56 x 36 cm
воскресенье, 21 июля 2013
Just sold “Dawn" and Aurora is now over half sold! Better get in quick if you want a piece. You can view the rest of the show here.
Big thanks to Ollie Rankin for picking it up and giving it a new home in Vancouver, and my buddy Christian McNevin for checking out the show too!
суббота, 20 июля 2013
I was interviewed by Joy Shannon from the OC Arts Blog for my show, “Aurora." Click the photo of me from the opening of the show to read it.
I have difficulty expressing my thoughts and ideas behind the art, but I hope you find it interesting. If you enjoy my work then it might be a good way to get more insight into the process and inspiration behind it.
Here’s a small quote from Joy in the article, which was thoughtfully written and might give you a taste of what I discussed in the interview:
"Currently on display at Thinkspace Gallery in Culver City until August 3, Luff’s work truly captures something far deeper than words can express. Interestingly, Luff visualizes his vibrant, nature-inspired compositions like a song, with each character he includes, like a different instrument adding its voice to the mix."
Big thanks to Joy for coming to the show and for taking the time to feature my work.
четверг, 18 июля 2013
Francis Tsai is an illustrator and concept artist who has worked on a variety of projects including Marvel Comics, Wizards of the Coast, as well as movies and games. Francis was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, in 2010. When he couldn’t use his hands or arms, he painted with his toe using his iPhone. Soon he also lost the use of his feet.
Earlier this year (2013), Francis’ good friend Teddy worked with Tobii to put together an eye-gaze (PC Eye) + tablet (Tablet Kiosk) setup. Francis very quickly figured out a way to begin creating art again using a combination of Sketchup and Photoshop.
Check out this video from Tobii on Francis and how he uses PC Eye and tablet to make incredible art! (by AACTobii)
Francis Tsai is really inspiring. This is one blog you’ll want to follow, take a few minutes to watch this video-he proves that you don’t have to give in to limitations.
Despite being unable to use his hands and feet, technology allows him to paint with his eyes using digital software.
I think I wanna put :Adapt : Survive : Prevail near my drawing table somewhere.
среда, 17 июля 2013
"Radiator" Still available here- http://thinkspacegallery.com/works/?exhibit=200
Pencil, Pastel, Iridescent media, Coloured Pencil, Acrylic, Oil Paint, Iridescent Media
Framed (dimensions are of artwork only though)
20.5 x 10.75"
52 x 27 cm
So get your arses along to the Museum. You can also vote for your favourite piece, so vote for this! Even if it's not your favourite still vote for it. There's a cash prize. And, boy, do I need cash prizes.
вторник, 16 июля 2013
Now available online! Click here: http://www.thinkspace gallery.com/prints
Big thanks to those who picked one up on the opening night!!
Hope those of you that want one get the chance to pick one up, there are less than 30 left.
Thanks!!
I started a new facebook art page, click here to check it out!
This is “Luminositree" for my solo show Aurora. It’s available, please click the image to check it out.
Pencil, Pastel, Iridescent media, Coloured Pencil, Acrylic, Oil Paint, Ink, Iridescent Media
10 x 17"
25 x 43 cm
$1100
$1100
понедельник, 15 июля 2013
суббота, 13 июля 2013
A word about the drawing, I made this drawing of the girl and woodsman at our fairy tale Sketchy event. It was just an outline in various pens - mainly markers. After these events I always lay out all my drawings on the settee, for a day or two, so that I can deliberate, cogitate and digest as I'm walking past them or sat in the armchair. I then let the drawing tell me if it needs any more attention. Sometimes they need nothing, but with this one I kept seeing the 50s comic artwork and specifically Roy Lichtenstien. So, I went out and bought a Bingo pen.
пятница, 12 июля 2013
So stoked that one of my favourite art blogs has featured art for “Aurora" Thank you so much @supersonicart !
supersonicelectronic:
Rodrigo Luff.
The above works are a preview for Rodrigo Luff’s upcoming solo show "Aurora" in Thinkspace Gallery’s Project Room. The show opens this Saturday, July 13th.
четверг, 11 июля 2013
Woohooo! The work from my solo show Aurora is back from the framers and ready to be installed at Thinkspace Gallery LA.
Aurora opens 6-9 pm on Sat 13th July. Here’s the facebook event for you to RSVP. I’ll be there in person from Australia.
I’ve had some interest in prints lately, so here’s a little sneak peek at the current fine art print I was proofing on Monday for my show with Thinkspace LA
At first the print will be available to those who attend the show "Aurora" on Sat 13th July, 6-9 pm in person. It will probably be posted online for general sale early the following week. Details on price and size will be posted over the next couple of days, stay tuned! Thanks to @staticmedium for doing a great job-be sure to follow them and consider them for your next print run! #rodluff #aurora #thinkspace #gallery #print #staticmedium #owls
среда, 10 июля 2013
The last detail shot of “Storm" which will be on view in my new solo show "Aurora" opening Saturday, July 13th at Thinkspace Gallery from 6-9 pm and runs till August 3rd.
Hope to see some of you there, the work looks better in person, there’s more iridescent texture and the detail is easier to see. The scans make me sad 
To be placed on a collector’s preview, please email the gallery [email protected]
Thank you!
Cheers!!