Hodges Soileau

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Hodges Soileau

I approach most paintings generally in a direct or “alla prima” method, or a form of it. It depends entirely on the painting. There are various ways to start and finish a painting. I try to remain open to the possibilities. Paint quality, texture, edges and value are more important to me than a lot of fussy detail. It is easier and less risky, in my opinion, to sneak up on a painting. A spontaneous direct approach, if successful, is much more exciting and satisfying to me, and possibly to an audience. Of course, composition remains the backbone of any good painting.Hodges Soileau

Versailles Carriage 14" x 18" Oil on canvas

Before the Bath 16" x 12" Oil on canvas

View from Up the Hill 18" x 14" Oil on canvas

Water Lilies 20" x 16" Oil on canvas

Repose with a Rose 12" x 24" Oil on panel

Draping Herself in White 20" x 16" Oil on canvas

Amy 24" x 12" Oil on canvas

After the Bath 16" x 12" Oil on canvas

Exploring the Forest 24" x 18" Oil on canvas