Children Series
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Friday, June 1st, 2007
Alexander’s Cat, 11 x 14 inches graphite on paper
Thanks to all for your responses to the recent group of pencil portraits. The portraits are practice using tones and values, something that needs more attention as a foundation to color.
Renee at Dance Class
Thursday, May 31st, 2007
Renee at Dance Class, 11 x 14 inches graphite on paper
Derek at the Wedding
Wednesday, May 30th, 2007
Derek, 2 years old at the Wedding, 1H1 x 14W graphite on paper
Andra’s New Hat
Sunday, May 27th, 2007
Andra’s New Hat, 14 x 11 inches graphite on paper
Evelyn
Saturday, May 26th, 2007
Evelyn, 11 x 14 inches graphite, eraser on paper. When drawing I use the eraser as much as the pencil. Taking advantage of smudges that build up gradually is a good way to keep adjusting the placement of things and clarify details. This is especially effective with portraits.
Lucas at the Museum
Wednesday, May 23rd, 2007
Lucas at the Museum, 11 x 14 pencil and eraser drawing on paper
Post-dated note: Lucas at the Museum is part of the Growing Up and Looking Back Exhibition: Reflecting on Childhood, Parenting, and Home in Swainsboro, GA October 13 – November 3, 2007
Alexander
Friday, January 13th, 2006
Alexander, stretching as much as possible to see down the basement stairs. 16 x 20 inches graphite, watercolor pencils on canvas, private collection.