A few months back I did a three painting series (hopefully more one day) of some photos I took while living in Philly and visiting NYC. Obviously, the one to the left is form NYC, as is the one of the "Walk/Don't Walk" sign. The third painting is from South Street in Philly.
I used a simple black Sharpie marker to outline, and your basic acrylic paint to fill in the skies, trees, and traffic lights. I extended the painting to wrap around all edges. Nothing irritates me more than wasted canvas on the sides!
Why did I leave the buildings blank? One, because I felt the paintings themselves would be too "busy," and secondly, I wanted to focus on what little nature does exist in cities. Thirdly (and most importantly to me), I really just liked the simple contrast.
