Pastel drawing

William Whitaker · 12-01-2005, 01:08 AM

After a recess of more than two decades, I

William Whitaker · 12-01-2005, 01:09 AM

My subject has a rather interesting asymmetrical face that is both charming and challenging. I use a fairly smooth paper - only a subtle texture. I cannot work very small in this medium. This work measures 30x36

Linda Brandon · 12-01-2005, 10:49 AM

This is a gorgeous drawing, Bill! The closeup especially is a treatise on beautiful drawing technique. The subtle variations in line and your decisions regarding level of finish are things I'll study carefully.

Garth Herrick · 12-01-2005, 11:42 AM

Dear Bill,

Ditto! I second Linda. This is a gorgeous and elegant drawing that has me captivated. The choice minimal color, and the perfectly chiseled translucent abstractions are truly wondrous. I love it!

Garth

Chris Saper · 12-01-2005, 12:12 PM

BIll,

How marvelous to see this drawing, as elegant in its execution as is your model in her pose. I am so very engaged with the subtleties of your value control.

Could you please add more close ups of the fabric and hands?

Tom Edgerton · 12-02-2005, 11:09 AM

Mr. Whitaker--

Thanks so much for this...it's wonderful. It shows how simple, but transcendent, things can be. I do so much drawing in preparation for painting, and I'm always delighted when someone reminds me how great an activity drawing is for its own sake .

With highest regards--TE

Sharon Knettell · 03-14-2006, 06:01 PM

Bill,

How did I miss this lovely piece, except perhaps you posted it in December, when my mind is usually toast.

The head is beautiful. It is just wonderful to look at something so simple yet masterful.

Julie Deane · 03-14-2006, 07:57 PM

I know I see anything by you it will be beautiful. You make it look so simple....