The Muse

[Richard Jones]

Hi everyone,

This is a portrait of one of the models from a life drawing session I've been going to. It was done using sharpened NuPastels, and blended/smudged using toule and a bristle brush. I was inspired by William Whitaker's pastels and I had been practicing that technique for a few smaller drawings before tackling something like this. He makes it look so easy.

I'd really be interested in your opinions, criticisms, advice, words of wisdom, etc. about this one. I've included some closeup shots. Thanks in advance.

32 x 40, NuPastel on Museum matboard