Charcoal portrait

Mischa Milosevic · 10-30-2006, 08:20 PM

Louise, thank you for taking the time and I'm glad that you like them.

Mike, thank you for the compliment. Yes, only charcoal.

Mischa Milosevic · 10-31-2006, 04:50 AM

Close up

Marina Dieul · 10-31-2006, 11:09 AM

Beautiful composition!
I like that the reflection looks at the viewer.
And as always you are in a total control of the charcoal .

Alexandra Tyng · 10-31-2006, 11:12 AM

Mischa,

Another incredible drawing! I admire the way you have handled this very original concept. The golden section division of inside/outside at the top is naturally pleasing to the eye. (Was it intuitive or intentional?) And I like the way his face overlaps the strong line of the window frame. The reflection is handled really well, too--there's just enough of it!

Mischa Milosevic · 10-31-2006, 11:57 AM

Marina, thank you. I like reflections not sure why. Some time ago, while in Sacramento CA, I went around taking pictures of reflections, interesting doors, windows and verandas. Some thought me strange walking on their front lawn taking a photo of their window. O well. I did explain when asked.

Alex, thank you. I try my best to design what I wish to express, sometimes adding or eliminating. Mind you, I do not always succeed. I usually go with what I like and the possibilities in the making (adding or eliminating). Thank you for noticing.

I'm surprised that I did not receive many comments on the Flamenco dancer? I guess not many liked the composition. Sure, I thought just drawing my wife and not the other gal but I do like the interaction. O well.