Challenge Jacob Van Hulsdonck

One of the Great Masters Flemish Painter, Jacob Van Hulsdonck (1582 - 1647).

Although born in Antwerp, Jacob van Hulsdonck was raised in Middleburg, Germany where he first studied painting. He returned to his birthplace at the age of twenty-seven and established his own studio that specialized in still life paintings, normally with fruits as their primary subject. He was admired for his textures and attention to detail.

If you want to learn more about Jacob Van Hulsdonck follow this link.http://www.getty.edu/art/gettyguide/artMakerDetails?maker=578

For this project I'm sharing with you a drawings for you to make your own Jacob Van Hulsdonck painting. You have the choice of drawing it yourself or use the drawing provide. You could try to make a similar painting or create your own adaptation or even change the colors. I invite you to post your result on the PhotoImpact International Board into the painting forum.

The drawing and painting sample are from Dover and don't forget to subscribe for the free sample while you are checking there. http://store.doverpublications.com/0486436276.html