Ice

 

Now that the ice is generally finished (I always revisit areas as I work on the painting), I can move to the water.

I love painting water. There are so many moods to it that I never tire capturing its nuances.

This water is cold, obviously.  It will have reflected color from the ice but also needs to reveal part of the ice shelf below the water level. Within the protected area (the part currently painted) it will be calm with few ripples. Once outside this area the water will have more movement. 

 

There are several mixes of blues on my palette and I'll add more as I work my way to the bottom of the painting.