Planned Still Life

I recently finished the Ted Goerschener Workshop Book.  This painting is not a exercise from the book, but a replection of what I tried to do.  First of all, I drew this out in much more detail than I have ever used.  I took measurements of the pieces and then sketched the local, highlight and shadow lines.  I started with a complete transparent red oxide underpainting.  That was cool as I have never attempeted it.  So far this is a series of transparent colors built up.  The glass vase has been the most difficult.  It must appear round and transparent at the same time.  The sun flower will need 2 more coats at least to start to take shape.  Even though I am using cadmiums, there is not enough covering power for the underpaint and pencil marks.  Anyway, this is my weekend. 

Here is my set up in the hotel room.  Keeps the boredom in check..