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Jean Kelly · 11-20-2007, 01:37 PM

I guess if I was actually in an atelier, I would have my hands swatted with a mahl stick.

I had already started adding color when you replied, Mischa. I thought it might be interesting to add conte, like the old colorists of the 50's and 60's photography world. I have an old senior high school photo with the most outrageous color of pink on my lips using this technique. This drawing was a perfect candidate.

I did incorporate some of the suggestions in your image, Mischa. Her arms are much lighter and her face will be lighter also. I haven't finished yet........ and have not given up on charcoal. I'll get the eraser and at this point need all new kneaded erasers and more vine charcoal. I also would never have thought of scraping as a method to remove those dark spots.

All the best to you too! You are a great long distance teacher.

Jean

11-20-2007, 01:37 PM	#6
Jean Kelly Associate Member Joined: Sep 2002 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 1,567	Oh, oh,,,,,,,,,,,,Colorized! I guess if I was actually in an atelier, I would have my hands swatted with a mahl stick. I had already started adding color when you replied, Mischa. I thought it might be interesting to add conte, like the old colorists of the 50's and 60's photography world. I have an old senior high school photo with the most outrageous color of pink on my lips using this technique. This drawing was a perfect candidate. I did incorporate some of the suggestions in your image, Mischa. Her arms are much lighter and her face will be lighter also. I haven't finished yet........ and have not given up on charcoal. I'll get the eraser and at this point need all new kneaded erasers and more vine charcoal. I also would never have thought of scraping as a method to remove those dark spots. All the best to you too! You are a great long distance teacher. Jean Attached Images