Pattern and Size - The action is all in the bubbles!

Not only do highlights and shadows play an important role in defining the motion of the otter, I realized that the location pattern and sizes of the bubbles are equally as important. 

I noticed that the smallest bubbles, for the most part, were almost rolling off of the otter and were the ones that appeared to be coming from within her fur coat.  The trajectory of these bubble pathways left a trail indicating where she had most recently traveled. 

The larger bubbles were further behind her, also on her traveled path, but appeared to be conglomerate masses, formed by the smaller renegade bubbles, released earlier. 

Acrylic on Gessobord - "Otter in Motion!"

These bubble characteristics, including highlights, shadows, patterns and size location really helped define the otter's movement and create motion in the small painting.  I feel like these elements combine to capture the essence of this otter.

Now, on to the sister from a different angle.