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More life Drawing

September 2, 2023February 17, 2024valgedge34982 Comments

Experiment with a multi colour pencil, she had a long body but I think I made it a bit too long

Today’s drawings, still experimenting

I tried painting with the pastels and drawing holding the pencil loosely.

Saturday life drawing

August 12, 2023January 8, 2024valgedge3498Leave a comment

Once again I’m drawing the human body, this time a lovely pregnant lady, I love the curves and look forward to drawing her when her pregnancy is further on.

Another good day drawing

Back lifedrawing after the Christmas break really enjoyed it and pleased with the results. I really enjoy drawing this model he has such a good face.

Life drawing and portraits in clay.

May 21, 2022February 18, 2023valgedge3498Leave a comment

I’ve been working on portraits in clay, I’m pleased with this one it looks vaguely like the model.

Sometimes when you see a different artists work it inspires you to have a go. Last night I attended an artist talk and one of the artists mentioned was Joan Mitchell. Having looked her up I felt inspired to have a go.

Ozzy

August 31, 2021October 5, 2021valgedge34982 Comments

Just started a new painting, basic drawing to give me an idea of where to paint. Olly is a venerable labrador with a face full of character so I am looking forward to this developing.

It seems odd to be using white on a black dog, but the light shines on his coat and his mussel is grey.

Next layer , starting to come alive not too sure about the background but as the darks get darker it may be OK.

I’ve tried a different background it looks very different, I’ve contacted the buyer she thinks the left ear needs to be wider and says his right eye is blue, she has sent more photos to help me.

He is a lovely old boy I want to do him justice.

I think it is finished, I’m just waiting for the buyers feedback.

The buyer requested a charge of pose, I have to admit it looks better. All part of the learning process. He is a combination of 4 different photos. I hope to meet him and see his likeness in the flesh.

Playing with pastels

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Having fun learning new skills and techniques with pastels pure and simple with Graham Oliver as our tutor

Working on a new picture from one of my own photos it isn’t finished but I think it is starting to come together.

Done some work on the rocks I’m going to leave it for now.

I’ve been really struggling with this picture I’m still not 100% happy with it.. The wonderful thing with pastels is you can keep painting layer after layer until you are happy.

I’ve decided it is finished, today I’ve taken pictures to be framed, let’s hope they know what they are doing, pastels have to be kept clear of the glass and the frame has to be sealed to reduce water damage.. fingers crossed.