This is the second of my pastel portraits this year. Once again surprised at my ability. This one was a big challenge for me as it is I have never attempted to capture this kind of lighting or detail.
In the past it seemed that my work always lacked something, dead and drab looking compared to the photo I was going by. The addition of a printer and photo shop has given me the ability to enlarge the image. When I started drawing this one something seemed to click, I was seeing colors I had never thought I would reflecting on skin, hair, etc.
The result made me happy as I went along. It was a slow process partly because I was still unsure of what I was doing (and not wanting to ruin my picture) and the fact that I worked during the week. I find ,after a 10 hour workday, it seems my mind is tired and it's hard for me to concentrate on drawing.
I named this one 'Poolside Brotherly Love' and the picture is of my nephew's sons. Pastel on paper 11"x 14". Now on to the next!
Colleen, you are an amazing artist. The drawing is so realistic. You always were a great artist but you are getting better with each piece of work that you complete. I hope you continue to share your art.
ReplyDeleteExcellent work, Colleen - great observational skills and a deft use of colour. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comments, you are both very kind.
ReplyDeleteColleen I am so happy you found me, and I found you! You are so talented, I use to paint years ago, but wasn't confident enough on my skill,and maybe I worked too hard on it and got frustrated, so I gave up...I should learn from you. I love how you shared the process of creating this beautiful work. Good job!
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Marta
Hi Marta! I was just looking around for someone who was interested in antique dolls, I have a small collection. And I love the victorian era too. Thank you for the compliment on my artwork. :)
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