"... the painting has a life of its own. My mission is to bring forth this life". (Jackson Pollock)

Archive for May, 2007

Renee

Thursday, May 31st, 2007

 Renee

        Renee, three years old - at the dance studio

14 x 11 pencil on paper

Derek

Wednesday, May 30th, 2007

  Derek

Derek, Wedding reception, 2 years old

11 x14 pencil on paper

Andra

Sunday, May 27th, 2007

 Andra

 

Andra (Evelyn’s sister) ~ Pencil and eraser drawing on 14 x 11 paper

 

 

Evelyn

Saturday, May 26th, 2007

  Evelyn

Evelyn, Andra’s older sister (next) 11 x 14 pencil and eraser drawing 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

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2007

 Lucas

                              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