Rebelle 7 to the Rescue for a Color Choice
I'm in the final stages of my second painting, but I’ve hit a bit of a creative block—it’s feeling too drab and needs a little more spark.
Using Rebelle 7 painting software has been a game changer. It lets me import my artwork as a layer and experiment with adding other paint layers on top. This feature is so helpful because I can test out new colors and combinations, including Black and White accents, without committing to changes on the actual canvas.
After experimenting with the colorizer-layer feature, I realized the painting could benefit from a more vibrant version of the original tan I used to tone the canvas. This new tone, slightly more lively than the muted tan of my house walls, brings energy to the composition. Layering this vibrant tan over the muted brown, green, blue, and purple creates a harmonious contrast that breathes life into the piece—without feeling overpowering.
I admire Pollock’s bold use of nondescript colors, but I often feel his choices (like popping reds and oranges) lack a sense of interplay. Instead, I’m aiming for a balance where the colors interact in a meaningful way, inspired by the logic of Monet and Van Gogh. My goal is to merge Monet’s calculated color relationships with Pollock’s abstract style.
Here’s a screenshot of my painting as it appears in Rebelle, complete with experimental Tan, Black, and White accents. While the software doesn’t perfectly replicate a “drip” brush effect, it’s a great way to visualize the direction I want to take. Wish me luck as I bring this idea to life!
